Question

A nurse plans to administer a foot bath to a client who is sitting in a chair and has no contraindications for this intervention. Place the following steps in the order in which they should be implemented.

1) Don clean gloves and assist the client to position one foot in the water, verifying with the client that the water temperature is comfortable
2) Position a waterproof pad on the floor on which to place a basin half-filled with warm water (approximately 105°F to 110°F)
3) Wash each foot with rinse-free soap and clean under the nails with an orange stick
4) Soak each foot individually for 5 to 20 minutes, subject to the client's tolerance, condition of the skin, and absence of a history of diabetes or peripheral vascular disease
5) Apply lotion to each foot, avoiding between the toes
6) Dry each foot gently, especially between the toes

Answer 1

To administer a foot bath to a client, follow these steps: Position the waterproof pad and basin, don gloves, help the client place their foot, soak each foot, wash them with soap, dry them, and apply lotion.

Step-by-step explanation:

1. Position a waterproof pad on the floor and place a basin half-filled with warm water on it.
2. Don clean gloves and assist the client in positioning one foot in the water, making sure the water temperature is comfortable.
3. Soak each foot individually for 5 to 20 minutes depending on the client's tolerance, skin condition, and absence of diabetes or peripheral vascular disease history.
4. Wash each foot with rinse-free soap, clean under the nails using an orange stick.
5. Dry each foot gently, especially between the toes.
6. Apply lotion to each foot, avoiding between the toes.