Author Question: What position would be most appropriate to reduce pressure ulcers in a bedridden patient? a. ... (Read 63 times)

tsand2 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

What position would be most appropriate to reduce pressure ulcers in a bedridden patient?

a. Directly on his side, with the trochanter bearing the weight
b. Supine, with the sacrum and iliac crest bearing the weight
c. In a semi-Fowler position, with the sacrum and ischium bearing the weight
d. In a lateral position, with body rotated 30 degrees with gluteus bearing the weight

Question 2

The long-term care facility nurse requests a dental consult to treat gingivitis in a resident. If left untreated, what can gingivitis ultimately cause?

a. Receding gums
b. Tooth loss
c. Bleeding
d. Halitosis

heyhey123 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The 30-degree lateral position places weight on the gluteus muscle, avoiding weight-bearing on bony prominences such as the trochanter, sacrum, and ischium.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The bleeding, swelling, and receding gums of gingivitis ultimately lead to tooth loss.