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The Client Has Shallow Craters on the Coccyx and Heels

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The client has shallow craters on the coccyx and heels. The nursing assistant has placed the client on a pressure relieving mattress. What additional action would the nursing assistant take?


A) No additional action is needed because the mattress relieves the pressure and helps the areas to heal.
B) Determine whether the areas improve or get worse and chart the condition of the skin over the next several days.
C) Employ the turning schedule and elevate the lower leg on pillows to elevate the heels off the bed.
D) Change wet bed linens at least every 4 hours and cleanse skin of any incontinence as necessary.

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