When the nurse assesses reddened heels on the bed-bound stroke patient, the nurse modifies the care plan to include which intervention?
a. Massage heels briskly.
b. Apply socks to feet.
c. Swab heels with alcohol.
d. Elevate feet on pillows.
D
Elevation of the feet gets the weight off the heels and will allow them to heal. All other options are not helpful to damaged skin. Brisk massage may promote damage to the skin. Alcohol can be irritating and may further damage heel skin.
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A) True B) False
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