Asked by Grayson Woodmansee on Jun 26, 2024
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The home health nurse learns that an elderly patient isn't able to get to the grocery store.She doesn't have much food in her home,and eats and drinks little.Most of her time is spent sitting in her chair watching television,often not realizing that she has bladder leakage.Which nursing actions would she implement to reduce the risk of developing a pressure ulcer? Select all that apply.
A) Help her to get out of the chair every 2 hours.
B) Change her clothing frequently.
C) Bath the patient using soap and water.
D) Promote intake of green tea throughout the day.
E) Encourage her to wear incontinence products.
Pressure Ulcer
An injury to the skin and underlying tissue, usually over a bony prominence, resulting from prolonged pressure on the skin.
Incontinence Products
Items designed to absorb or contain urine or fecal matter for individuals experiencing difficulty controlling bladder or bowel movements.
Bladder Leakage
The involuntary release of urine from the bladder, often due to stress on the bladder or underlying health issues.
- Implement strategies to prevent pressure ulcers in at-risk populations, including nutritional support and mobility enhancement.
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Learning Objectives
- Implement strategies to prevent pressure ulcers in at-risk populations, including nutritional support and mobility enhancement.
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