Personal careQuestion 350 of 1700
How long do you let a resident’s feet soak in warm water during foot care?
- 5 to 20 minutes
- 1 to 2 minutes
- 30 to 40 minutes
- More than 1 hour
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Correct answer: 5 to 20 minutes
The checklist sets the soak at 5 to 20 minutes. One or two minutes is too short.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 5.14: Skills Checklist- Foot Care
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026