A Chronically Ill, Bedfast Patient Cared for in the Home

question 11

Multiple Choice

A chronically ill, bedfast patient cared for in the home by family members has a stage II pressure ulcer over the coccyx. To prevent further tissue damage, the home care nurse instructs the family members that it is most important to

• A) change the patient's bedding at least every day.
• B) record the size and appearance of the ulcer weekly.
• C) provide the patient with a high-calorie, high-protein diet.
• D) change the patient's position at least every 2 hours.