A nurse is assisting with the care of a client.
 

Exhibits

Complete the following sentence.

After notifying the provider, the nurse should first

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Dry, itchy skin is a common concern in older adults, especially during the winter months or in dry environments. Increasing the humidity in the client's environment can help alleviate dryness and itching. Placing a humidifier in the client's room will add moisture to the air and help prevent excessive drying of the skin. It is important to ensure that the humidifier is clean and well-maintained to avoid the growth of bacteria or mould.

Encouraging the client to bathe frequently may further dry out the skin, so it is not recommended. Similarly, applying powder to the skin may exacerbate dryness and should be avoided. Adding moisturizing oil to the bath water may provide temporary relief, but a humidifier will have a more consistent and long-lasting effect on the client's environment.

Choice A Reason:

Determine the client's pattern for voiding. Understanding the client's current voiding pattern and habits is essential in developing a personalized bladder training plan. This information helps in identifying when and how often the client typically voids, which is crucial for planning the timing of toileting opportunities and other interventions.

Choice B Reason:

Assisting the client with relaxation techniques may be part of the bladder training program but is not the first step. First, you need to assess the client's current voiding pattern to establish a baseline.

Choice C Reason:

Discouraging intake of carbonated beverages may also be part of the plan, but it's not the initial step. Assessment and establishing a baseline come first.

Choice D Reason:

Offering toileting opportunities every 1 to 2 hours is a key component of bladder training, but before implementing this, you should assess the client's current voiding pattern to determine if these