Geriatric patients are at risk when positioning or moving them
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
ANS: T
Patients should be lifted and not pulled. Skin is sensitive to abrasion because of decreased dermal thickness and turgor. Joints may not move as easily due to degenerative osteoarthritis.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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