When conducting a home assessment for an older adult patient the nurse determines that the patient spends 20 hours per day in bed. Based on this data, which is the priority risk for this patient?

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Spending extended periods in bed significantly increases the risk for skin breakdown due to prolonged pressure on the skin, especially over bony prominences. This can lead to pressure ulcers or bedsores.

When Conducting a Home Assessment for an Older Adult Patient