Author Question: Nursing measures to prevent integumentary complications include which of the following? Select all ... (Read 38 times)

pane00 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Nursing measures to prevent integumentary complications include which of the following? Select all that apply.

1. Maintaining adequate nutrition
2. Using mild soaps for cleansing the skin
3. Repositioning in bed at 4-hour intervals
4. Vigorously drying the skin after bathing
5. Inspecting bony prominences at least every 2 hours

Question 2

Nursing measures to prevent gastrointestinal complications include which of the following? Select all that apply.

1. Ambulating the patient once per day
2. Teaching the patient to consume a low-fiber diet
3. Giving a laxative or stool softener as needed
4. Repositioning the patient on bedrest at 4-hour intervals
5. Having the patient drink at least 8 ounces of fluid every 2 hours