Which of the following instructions regarding pressure ulcer prevention is correct?
A. When assisting patient's with bed mobility, nursing staff should be instructed to slide patients rather than drag them.
B. Donut-type devices, such as ring cushions, should not be used.
C. Patients should be positioned in bed with the head of the bed elevated 45° or more.
D. Diapers should be used on incontinent patients on days when staffing is low.
B
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A. local budgetary constraints. B. where the department is located. C. how long the PPE has been in use. D. amount and type of contamination.
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