The client has a footboard on the bed. The nurse educator asks the student the purpose of the footboard. What is the best response by the student nurse?
A) Used to prevent the bedclothes from touching all or part of the client's body
B) Used to prevent clients from falling out of bed
C) Used to help the client to change position while in bed
D) Prevent abnormal plantar flexion or deformity
D
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A footboard may be attached to the foot of the bed to prevent abnormal plantar flexion or a deformity called foot drop, which may occur when a client remains in bed for a prolonged period. A bed cradle is a frame used to prevent the bedclothes from touching all or part of the client's body. Side rails (safety rails) are bed rails that not only prevent clients from falling out of bed, but also help the client to change position while in bed.
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