Asked by Darla fFraga on Sep 29, 2024
Which action by the nurse will be the most important for preventing skin impairment in a mobile patient with local nerve damage?
A) Insert an indwelling urinary catheter.
B) Limit caloric and protein intake.
C) Turn the patient every 2 hours.
D) Assess for pain during a bath.
Local Nerve Damage
Injury or dysfunction of one or more nerves in a specific area, often leading to pain, numbness, or weakness.
Mobile Patient
A patient who is able to move or walk independently without assistance.
- Understand the significance of averting skin damage by maintaining proper hygiene and conducting frequent evaluations.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the significance of averting skin damage by maintaining proper hygiene and conducting frequent evaluations.