A resident requests help with grooming but appears withdrawn and sad. What is the CNA's best response?

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Proceed with grooming assistance while observing and noting the resident's emotional state to report to the nurse. Proceeding with grooming while observing for changes in emotional state allows the CNA to provide care while monitoring for potential depression or other concerns to report. Answer A neglects care. Answer C ignores the resident's current needs. Answer D is inappropriate and may make the resident uncomfortable.