Application of heat or cold therapies

When delegating the application of heat or cold therapies to unlicensed assistive personnel(UAP), the nurse should:

a. Clarified the orders to first ensure the task can be delegated

b. Inspect the claims skin before the treatment commences

c. Instruct the UAP to wrap the hot-cold compress in a protective cover

d. allow the UAP to document the treatment and clients response

e. Reassess the client skin after the treatment is done