A nurse has been assigned several bed baths and is very busy. One client requests to have the bath and hygiene care provided on the evening shift instead of now. What response by the nurse is most appropriate?

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Nurses provide sound nursing care influenced by clients' cultures and preferences. Unless there is a compelling reason not to, the nurse defers to the client's request. The nurse is not honoring the client's dignity by answering the bath is expected by another shift, or that other clients are waiting for care. It is appropriate to negotiate some cares, but something non-time restricted would be scheduled according to client wishes.

A Nurse Has Been Assigned Several Bed Baths and Is