QOD 46: Skin Breakdown after Bruising (Integumentary/Basic Care and Comfort)
Question: A patient has suffered a bruise on her elbow from being assisted in bed for repositioning. Which best describes how the nurse can prevent this injury from becoming a point of skin breakdown? Answer: A. Encourage the patient to increase fluid intake Rationale: A patient with mobility impairments may be at risk of skin […] The post QOD 46: Skin Breakdown after Bruising (Integumentary/Basic Care and Comfort) appeared first on NURSING.com.
