The primary purpose of the use of a support surface is:
A. Reducing pressure
B. Promoting client comfort
C. Increasing circulation
D. Facilitating client movement
A
A. The primary purpose of support surfaces is to decrease pressure over bony prominences by maximizing contact and redistributing weight over a larger area.
B. Promoting client comfort may happen, but it is not the primary purpose of the support mattress.
C. A support mattress does not increase client circulation.
D. A support mattress does not facilitate client movement.
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