A chronically ill, bedfast patient cared for in the home by family members has a stage II pressure ulcer over the coccyx. To prevent further tissue damage, the home care nurse instructs the family members that it is most important to

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The most important intervention is to avoid prolonged pressure on bony prominences by frequent repositioning. The other interventions may also be taught and will help to prevent worsening of the ulcer, but the most important instruction is to change the patient's position at least every 2 hours.

A Chronically Ill, Bedfast Patient Cared for in the Home