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    Ati med surg proctored exam

    A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client about bathtub safety. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. "I will limit the length of my bath to 30 minutes.": While shorter baths can prevent skin dryness, this does not directly relate to safety. The teaching focuses on reducing fall risks, so bath duration is less relevant to preventing injury. B. "I will apply bath oil to the water to moisturize my skin.": Adding bath oil increases the slipperiness of the tub, significantly raising the risk of falls. This poses a safety hazard rather than promoting safe bathing. C. "I will drain the tub after I get out.": Draining the tub after exiting is common practice but does not reduce fall risk during entry or exit. Safety measures should focus on preventing slips before and while leaving the tub. D. "I will place a bathmat in front of the tub.": Using a bathmat provides traction on wet bathroom floors and reduces the likelihood of slipping when getting in or out of the tub. This demonstrates understanding of effective bathtub safety teaching.

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