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Which of the following is a common cause of skin tears?
What is an effective method the PSW can use to prevent skin tears when handling clients?
Mechanical lifts can be a cause of skin tears.
Wearing rings and having long fingernails helps prevent skin tears.
Which of the following is NOT a role of the PSW in preventing skin tears?
Keeping a client hydrated can help prevent skin tears.
Which of the following is a cause of pressure ulcers?
Which symptom indicates the early stage of a pressure sore?
Friction and shearing are involved in the development of pressure ulcers.
Obesity has no impact on the risk of developing pressure ulcers.
What stage of pressure sore involves skin peeling, cracking, and breaks?
Which of these statements about decreased sensation in clients is true?
Padding rails and footrests helps prevent skin tears.
Moist skin due to urine exposure can contribute to pressure ulcers.
Pressure ulcers can be caused solely by dry skin without any other factors.
Which stage of pressure sore is characterized by exposed muscle?
What does 'Stage x' of pressure sores indicate?
Friction is less harmful to skin than pressure when it comes to ulcers.
Immobility is a factor that can increase the chance of developing pressure ulcers.
Which of the following best describes shearing?
Offering fluids regularly can help maintain skin moisture and prevent dryness.
Thin individuals are not at risk of developing pressure ulcers.
Which practice is NOT recommended to prevent pressure ulcers?
The presence of pale skin on a client could indicate:
What is a common environmental modification that helps prevent skin tears?
Which of the following can increase the risk of skin tears during client care?
Keeping the skin moisturized helps in preventing skin tears.
Skin tears can occur from the use of poorly fitted clothing or dressings.