Of the following interventions,which would be the most important for preventing skin impairment in a mobile patient with local nerve damage?

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While a patient is bathing,the nurse should assess the status of sensory nerve function by checking for pain,tactile sensation,and temperature sensation.When restricted from moving freely,dependent body parts are exposed to pressure that reduces circulation.However,a mobile patient is able to change positions.Limiting caloric and protein intake may cause wound healing to become impaired or delayed.The presence of perspiration,urine,watery fecal material,and wound drainage on the skin also causes wound healing to become impaired or delayed.However,a mobile patient can use bathroom facilities or a urinal.

Of the Following Interventions,which Would Be the Most Important for Preventing