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Which condition can lead to a lack of discomfort from prolonged pressure, increasing the risk of pressure injuries?
Which condition can lead to a lack of discomfort from prolonged pressure, increasing the risk of pressure injuries?
- Low serum albumin levels
- Paralysis
- Peripheral neuropathy (correct)
- Incontinence
Which condition leads to poor wound healing and increases the risk of pressure injuries?
Which condition leads to poor wound healing and increases the risk of pressure injuries?
- Low hemoglobin and hematocrit levels (correct)
- Elevated temperatures
- Incontinence
- Paralysis
Which factor increases metabolic needs and nutrient absorption, potentially leading to an increased risk of pressure injuries?
Which factor increases metabolic needs and nutrient absorption, potentially leading to an increased risk of pressure injuries?
- Incontinence
- Low hemoglobin and hematocrit levels
- Paralysis
- Elevated temperatures (correct)
Which factor puts clients at risk for pressure injuries due to experiencing a moist, bacteria-saturated environment against their skin?
Which factor puts clients at risk for pressure injuries due to experiencing a moist, bacteria-saturated environment against their skin?
Which factor contributes to malnutrition by a lack of protein, leading to edema and increasing the risk of pressure injuries?
Which factor contributes to malnutrition by a lack of protein, leading to edema and increasing the risk of pressure injuries?
Which factor puts clients at risk for pressure injuries due to experiencing a moist, bacteria-saturated environment against their skin?
Which factor puts clients at risk for pressure injuries due to experiencing a moist, bacteria-saturated environment against their skin?
Which condition can lead to a lack of discomfort from prolonged pressure, increasing the risk of pressure injuries?
Which condition can lead to a lack of discomfort from prolonged pressure, increasing the risk of pressure injuries?
Which factor contributes to malnutrition by a lack of protein, leading to edema and increasing the risk of pressure injuries?
Which factor contributes to malnutrition by a lack of protein, leading to edema and increasing the risk of pressure injuries?
Which factor leads to poor wound healing and increases the risk of pressure injuries?
Which factor leads to poor wound healing and increases the risk of pressure injuries?
Which factor puts clients at risk for pressure injuries due to lack of tissue oxygenation and perfusion of nutrients required for wound healing?
Which factor puts clients at risk for pressure injuries due to lack of tissue oxygenation and perfusion of nutrients required for wound healing?
