Patients at risk for the development of pressure ulcers sometimes need what?
A) Special equipment
B) Family support
C) Home health aides
D) Bathing assistance
Ans: A
Feedback: At times, special equipment and beds may be needed to help relieve the pressure on the skin. This is particularly important for patients who cannot get out of bed and who have risk factors for pressure ulcer development. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because none of these has to do with altering risk factors for pressure ulcers.
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