The Nurse Is Contributing to a Staff Education Program on Grooming

question 20

Multiple Choice

The nurse is contributing to a staff education program on grooming techniques for older adults. Which of the following methods should the nurse recommend to use to groom the resident's nails to reduce the potential for nail infections? (Select all that apply.?

• A)File nails with an emery board.
• B)Cut nails with scissors.
• C)Clip nails with nail clippers.
• D)Use resident's own grooming equipment.

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