Practice Question
The nurse is caring for patients in a long term care facility, which client is at the greatest risk for developing a decubitus ulcer?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
A 79-year-old malnourished client on bed rest.
Rationale:
🟢 Pressure ulcers develop from prolonged pressure, friction, and shear on skin over bony prominences.
🟢 A malnourished, elderly, immobile client has poor tissue perfusion, protein depletion, and fragile skin, greatly increasing the risk of ulcer formation.
🟢 Incontinence and obesity also raise risk, but nutritional deficiency and immobility are the most critical factors.
🟢 The nurse should implement frequent repositioning, high-protein meals, and pressure-relieving devices to protect the skin.
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Answer Choices:
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C. Redo the assessment and document the current findings.
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Answer Choices:
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B. To increase the client's zinc, vitamin A, C, and E
C. To restrict the client's daily caloric intake
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Answer Choices:
A. Liberally apply a lubricating cream three times daily.
B. Take hot baths to reduce skin discomfort.
C. Use an alcohol-based cleanser in the morning.
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: 💎Examplify-PN
- Domain: 🎓Medsurg-PN
- Answer Choices: 4