Samuel merrit University, hesi med surg
Samuel merrit University, hesi med surg ( 45 Questions)
The nurse observes the skin over a client's greater trochanter, as seen in the picture with pressure sores.
What actions should the nurse implement?
Choice A is not the answer because offering oral fluids does not directly address the issue of pressure sores.
Pressure redistribution is an important part of preventing and treating pressure sores1.
Choice C is not the answer because debridement is a surgical procedure that removes dead tissue from a wound and may not be necessary in this case.
Choice D is not the answer because checking for anemia and sensitivity does not directly address the issue of pressure
Pressure redistribution is an important part of preventing and treating pressure sores1.
Choice A is not the answer because offering oral fluids does not directly address the issue of pressure sores.
Choice C is not the answer because debridement is a surgical procedure that removes dead tissue from a wound and may not be necessary in this case.
Choice D is not the answer because checking for anemia and sensitivity does not directly address the issue of pressure