A nurse plans care for a client who is bedridden. Which assessment should the nurse complete to ensure to prevent pressure ulcer formation?
a. Nutritional intake and serum albumin levels
b. Pressure ulcer diameter and depth
c. Wound drainage, including color, odor, and consistency
d. Dressing site and antibiotic ointment application
ANS: A
Assessing serum albumin levels helps determine the client's nutritional status and allows care providers to alter the diet, as needed, to prevent pressure ulcers. All other options are treatment oriented rather than prevention oriented.
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