Question

The Nurse Assistant comes to work with a cold. Which of the following actions

would be appropriate?
Put on a mask and perform patient/resident care as usual
Report the cold to the licensed nurse and put on mask
Tell the patient/resident about the cold
Check own temperature regularly
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Answer 1

The most appropriate action would be:

**Report the cold to the licensed nurse and put on a mask.**

This option prioritizes the safety and well-being of patients or residents by notifying the appropriate personnel about the situation and taking precautions to minimize the risk of spreading the cold.