The admitting nurse gives the new long-term care facility ...

[nautica902]

The admitting nurse gives the new long-term care facility resident a score of 20 on both the Norton Risk Assessment Scale and the Braden Scale for Predicting Pressure Sore Risk. These scores indicate that the resident has:
 
  a. a high probability of developing a pressure ulcer.
  b. a moderate risk of developing a pressure ulcer.
  c. a low risk of developing a pressure ulcer.
  d. at least one pressure ulcer at the time of admission.

Question 2

To prevent pressure ulcers in the bedridden patient, the most effective intervention would be to:
 
  a. perform skin assessment every day.
  b. use a draw sheet to move patient.
  c. change the patient's position every 2 hours.
  d. remove wet bed linen promptly.

[manuelcastillo]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C