After removing soiled bed linen, which action should the nurse take?
Correct answer: C. Hold the linen away from the uniform and place it in the hamper
- A. Place the linen on the floor until the bed is finished
- B. Shake the linen beside the bed before bagging it
- C. Hold the linen away from the uniform and place it in the hamper
- D. Put the linen on the bedside table while collecting supplies
Explanation
Soiled linen should be held away from the uniform and placed directly into the designated hamper to limit contamination. Shaking linen can spread microorganisms into the surrounding environment.
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