QOD 46: Skin Breakdown after Bruising (Integumentary/Basic Care and Comfort) - a podcast by Jon Haws RN: Critical Care Nurse & NCLEX Educator

from 2016-03-14T06:00

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Question: A patient has suffered a bruise on her elbow from being assisted in bed for repositioning. Which best describes how the nurse can prevent this injury from becoming a point of skin breakdown? Answer: A. Encourage the patient to increase fluid intake Rationale: A patient with mobility impairments may be at risk of skin […]