A client who is confined to bed and who has a stage 2 pressure injury is being cared for in the home by family members. To prevent further tissue damage, which of the following actions should the nurse instruct the family members that it is most important?

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The most important intervention is to avoid prolonged pressure on bony prominences by frequent repositioning. The other interventions also may be included in family teaching, but the most important instruction is to change the client's position every 2-4 hours.

A Client Who Is Confined to Bed and Who Has