A nurse's assessment reveals an area of erythema on an immobilized patient's sacrum.What is the initial nursing action?

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The initial nursing action for an area of erythema on an immobilized patient's sacrum is to reposition the patient. This helps to relieve pressure on the affected area and prevent further damage. Applying a wet-to-dry dressing or rubbing the area with alcohol can further irritate the skin, while massaging the reddened area can also cause further damage.

A Nurse's Assessment Reveals an Area of Erythema on an Immobilized