Personal careQuestion 804 of 1700
What do you place under the resident’s buttocks before perineal care?
- A towel or a waterproof soaker pad
- A heating pad turned to a low setting
- A wet towel left over from the bath
- A pillow from the head of the bed
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Correct answer: A towel or a waterproof soaker pad
The barrier keeps the bed dry during the care.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 5.18: Skills Checklist- Perineal Care (Female)
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026