Mosby's Essentials for Nursing Assistants Ch. 29 Review RATED A+

Mosby's Essentials for Nursing Assistants Ch. 29 Review RATED A+ ressure injuries can occur where skin has contact with skin. What can you use to prevent such contact? Select one: a. Pillows b. Bed cradle c. Egg crate-like mattress d. Flotation pad - ANS a. Pillows Common causes of pressure injuries include the following EXCEPT Select one: a. pressure. b. friction. c. shearing. d. burns. - ANS d. burns. These devices are made of foam padding, and fit the shape of heels and elbows. Select one: a. Heel and foot elevators b. Heel and elbow protectors c. Gel-filled cushion d. Trochanter rolls - ANS b. Heel and elbow protectors Persons at risk for pressure injuries are re-positioned at least every Select one: a. hour. b. 1 to 2 hours. c. 3 to 4 hours. d. shift. - ANS b. 1 to 2 hours. A female resident is obese. She is at risk for pressure injuries in the following areas except Select one: a. between abdominal folds. b. under her breasts.