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What are two goals of proper positioning?
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Define shearing in the context of skin tissue injury.
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How can proper positioning help in reducing the risk of pressure ulcers?
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What role does moisture play in the development of pressure ulcers?
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Why are older adults at greater risk for pressure ulcers?
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What is one sign of a pressure ulcer?
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What are two benefits of proper positioning?
What causes shearing in skin tissue?
Which factor can increase the risk of pressure ulcers?
Why might elderly patients be at a higher risk for pressure ulcers?
How effective is proper positioning in preventing pressure ulcers?
What is one sign of a pressure ulcer?
What is the main difference between shearing and friction in skin injuries?
Which of these is NOT a direct goal of proper positioning?
How does reducing pressure on bony prominences help prevent pressure ulcers?
What does friction in skin injury specifically involve?