A patient has sustained a spinal cord injury resulting in paraplegia. To promote skin integrity, the nurse should include which of the following when teaching the patient?
A) Reposition yourself every 4 hours.
B) Reposition yourself in the wheelchair every 3 hours.
C) Eat a diet high in calcium and vitamin D.
D) Keep your skin meticulously clean.
Ans: D
Feedback: The person with paraplegia must take responsibility for monitoring his or her skin status. This involves relieving pressure and not remaining in any position for longer than 2 hours, in addition to ensuring that the skin receives meticulous attention and cleansing. The diet should be rich in protein and vitamins, especially C.
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