Asked by Edith Sanchez on May 22, 2024
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The nurse and a student nurse are discussing the effects of bed immobility on patients. The nurse knows that the student nurse understands the Chapter of mobility when making which statement?
A) "Patients with impaired bed mobility have an increased risk for pressure ulcers."
B) "Patients with impaired bed mobility like to have extra visitors."
C) "Patients with impaired bed mobility need to have a mechanical soft diet."
D) "Patients with impaired bed mobility are prone to constipation."
Bed Immobility
The inability of an individual to change positions or move out of bed, often due to illness or disability.
Pressure Ulcers
Injuries to skin and underlying tissue resulting from prolonged pressure on the skin, commonly found in bedridden or immobile patients.
Mechanical Soft Diet
A type of diet that includes foods that are easy to chew and swallow, often recommended for individuals with difficulty in chewing or swallowing.
- Identify the risks and complications associated with impaired bed mobility.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify the risks and complications associated with impaired bed mobility.
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