Author Question: When planning care to prevent pressure ulcer formation for a client, the nurse would include all of ... (Read 103 times)

AEWBW · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

When planning care to prevent pressure ulcer formation for a client, the nurse would include all of the following interventions, EXCEPT:

a. turn and reposition client every 2 hours.
b. use a draw sheet to lift the client when changing positions.
c. keep the client's skin clean and dry.
d. massage over bony prominences.

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to apply heat to a client's leg. The therapeutic effect of heat would be to:

a. decrease inflammation and edema. c. improve blood flow to the area.
b. facilitate clotting and control bleeding. d. raise the threshold of pain receptors.