The nurse assesses a patient in a Posey safety reminder device (SRD) for which problem(s) that may increase because of the use of SRDs? (Select all that apply.)
a. Immobility
b. Lethargy
c. Risk for impaired circulation
d. Risk for skin impairment
e. Incontinence
ANS: A, C, D, E
The use of SRDs increases a patient's immobility, risk for skin impairment, risk for impaired circulation, and incontinence. A SRD would not increase lethargy.
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