Basic Care & ComfortPregunta 63 de 120
A nurse is caring for a client at risk for pressure injuries. Which intervention is most effective for prevention?
a.Massage bony prominences vigorously
b.Keep the head of the bed elevated at 90 degrees continuously
c.Reposition the client at least every two hours
d.Use a doughnut-shaped cushion for sitting
Explicación
Repositioning at least every two hours relieves pressure over bony prominences and prevents skin breakdown. Massaging bony areas and doughnut cushions can cause tissue damage.
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