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When a resident with a feeding tube is scheduled for a shower?

According to numerous care protocols, the most appropriate response when a resident with a feeding tube is scheduled for a shower is to take specific precautions to protect the equipment and the insertion site. This process requires careful planning and execution to ensure the resident’s safety, hygiene, and the integrity of their feeding system. Proper care involves coordinating hygiene tasks with feeding schedules and using waterproof protection for tube sites and pumps.