Which Intervention Is Most Important for a Person Who Is

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which intervention is most important for a person who is in a wheelchair for long periods?

• A) Reposition self every 2 hours.
• B) Lift weight on the arms of the chair every 15 minutes.
• C) Massage bony prominences of the buttocks and hips.
• D) Use a donut device to keep weight off of the buttocks.

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