What Would Be the Most Appropriate Way to Address a Pressure

question 14

Multiple Choice

What would be the most appropriate way to address a pressure sore developing on the sacrum of a patient in the ICU to prevent further deterioration?

• A) Provide a special mattress for the patient.
• B) Begin a regular positioning program to relieve pressure on sacrum.
• C) Begin routine skin examinations to monitor the sacrum.
• D) Smooth the patient's hospital gown when he or she returns to bed.

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