The nurse is caring for a patient with a stage 2 pressure injury and,as the coordinator of care,understands the need for a multidisciplinary approach.The nurse evaluates the need for several consults.Which of the following should always be included in the consults? (Select all that apply. )

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A registered dietitian works with the nurse to determine a meal plan that will support wound healing.An enterostomal or wound care nurse specializes in caring for the needs of the patient with wounds.Physiotherapy can assist an immobile patient to progress toward mobility and decrease the risk for pressure injury.Pressure injuries take a long time to heal and usually require continued therapy in the home.Case management personnel are useful in obtaining care for the patient outside the home.If the patient has a spiritual need,the chaplain can assist.If the patient has a need associated with medications,the pharmacist can assist.However,chaplains and pharmacists usually are not part of the wound care multidisciplinary team,unless a special need arises.

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