The patient requires a support surface to help prevent pressure ulcers.The patient has a large open wound on his leg that is dressed daily.The nurse must choose which support surface would be most appropriate.In comparing the different types of support surfaces,the nurse realizes that:
A) Water mattresses are better for patients with open wounds
B) Air surface beds cannot be used if the patient needs CPR
C) Water mattresses should be kept cool to lower body temperature
D) Air mattresses are lighter than water mattresses
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