A nursing student, along with their preceptor, is caring for a client after having a stroke. The client's skin is susceptible to breakdown as they are on bedrest and have lost considerable strength and motor function.

In an attempt to maintain the client's skin integrity, which of the following actions by the student would require intervention by the precepting nurse?

Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu

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Question

A nursing student, along with their preceptor, is caring for a client after having a stroke. The client's skin is susceptible to breakdown as they are on bedrest and have lost considerable strength and motor function.  
 
   In an attempt to maintain the client's skin integrity, which of the following actions by the student would require intervention by the precepting nurse?  
 
   Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu   
 
 ID: 137304

Accepted Answer

Massage areas of redness to promote adequate circulation

Answer

Place pillows underneath lower extremities to reduce pressure on the heels

Answer

Position the client on their weak side for a maximum of 30 minutes

Answer

Apply emollients to help moisturize areas with dry skin

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