Author Question: What is the primary purpose for the use of a support surface? a. To reduce pressure b. To ... (Read 54 times)

tatyanajohnson · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

What is the primary purpose for the use of a support surface?

a. To reduce pressure
b. To promote patient comfort
c. To increase circulation
d. To facilitate patient movement

Question 2

When performing an assessment of the cardiovascular system, the nurse evaluates the skin and nails of the patient. Inadequate tissue perfusion is known as _________.

Fill in the blanks with correct word

Jadwiga9 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Support surfaces aid in reducing pressure on the patient's skin. Promoting patient comfort may happen, but it is not the primary purpose of the support mattress. A support mattress does not increase patient circulation, nor does it facilitate patient movement.

Answer to Question 2

ischemia
Inadequate tissue perfusion results in inadequate delivery of oxygen and nutrients to cells, a condition called ischemia . This is caused by constriction of vessels or by occlusion (blockage) from clot formation.