A patient who has suffered a stroke is too weak to move on his own. To help the patient avoid pressure ulcers, the nurse should:
A) Turn the patient frequently.
B) Perform passive range-of-motion (ROM) exercises.
C) Reduce the patient's fluid intake.
D) Encourage the patient to use a footboard.
Ans: A
Feedback: The most important intervention to prevent pressure ulcers is frequent position changes to relieve pressure on the skin and underlying tissues. If pressure isn't relieved, capillaries become occluded, reducing circulation and oxygenation of the tissues and resulting in cell death and ulcer formation. During passive ROM exercises, the nurse moves each joint through its range of movement, which improves joint mobility and circulation to the affected area but doesn't prevent pressure ulcers. Adequate hydration is necessary to maintain healthy skin and ensure tissue repair. A footboard prevents plantar flexion and footdrop by maintaining the foot in a dorsiflexed position.
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