Asked by Isabella Francis on May 20, 2024
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Patients at risk for complications and/or injury from improper positioning include patients with which of the following? (Select all that apply. )
A) Poor nutrition
B) Loss of sensation
C) Impaired muscle development
D) Poor circulation
Poor Nutrition
A state of receiving insufficient nutrients to meet the body's needs, often leading to health problems and deficiencies.
Loss of Sensation
A condition where a person is unable to feel pain, temperature, touch or other senses, often resulting from nerve damage.
Impaired Muscle
Muscle function that is diminished or weakened due to injury, illness, or a medical condition, affecting mobility and physical activity.
- Identify risk factors and safety measures to protect both patients and nurses from injury.
- Recognize the signs, causes, and prevention strategies for common complications of immobility such as pressure ulcers, contractures, and orthostatic hypotension.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify risk factors and safety measures to protect both patients and nurses from injury.
- Recognize the signs, causes, and prevention strategies for common complications of immobility such as pressure ulcers, contractures, and orthostatic hypotension.
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