When dressing a resident who has weakness on one side of the body, which arm should the nurse aide place into the sleeve first?

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Multiple choice — select the best answer

AThe stronger arm
BEither arm, it does not matter
CThe weaker (affected) arm
DBoth arms at the same time

✓ Correct answer: C. The weaker (affected) arm Dress the weaker (affected) side first and undress it last. This reduces strain on the limb and makes the task easier and safer for the resident.

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