A nurse assesses a patient's risk for developing a pressure ulcer using the Norton scale.The patient's score is 18.What nursing action should be implemented?
A) Call the physician immediately.
B) Implement a pressure ulcer prevention program.
C) Document the score.
D) Order an alternating air mattress.
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