What would be the most effective intervention to prevent pressure ulcers in the bedridden patient?
a. Perform skin assessment every day.
b. Use a draw sheet to move the patient.
c. Change the patient's position every 2 hours.
d. Remove wet bed linens promptly.
ANS: C
Repositioning is the most effective intervention. Long periods of pressure over bony prominences are the primary cause of pressure ulcers, not wet linens, frequent assessments, or not using a draw sheet.
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