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tatyanajohnson

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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 _________.
 
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Jadwiga9

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Answer to Question 1

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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.




tatyanajohnson

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


kusterl

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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