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When bathing a patient, where should the CNA begin?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, proper hygiene protocols are essential in healthcare settings to prevent infections. To ensure patient safety and dignity, knowing **when bathing a patient, where should the CNA begin** is a fundamental skill for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs]. This standard practice involves washing from the cleanest areas of the body to the dirtiest, following a consistent head-to-toe sequence.