The nurse is positioning a patient at risk for development of a pressure ulcer.Which potential pressure point(s)does the nurse relieve by assisting the patient to a side-lying position?

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The nurse positions the patient in the lateral position to prevent pressure on the back of the patient's head.Pressure can develop over bony prominences when a patient is allowed to remain in one position too long.The patient exerts pressure on the symphysis pubis in the prone position.The nurse assists the patient to the supine position to avoid pressure on the ischial tuberosities and the greater trochanters.

The Nurse Is Positioning a Patient at Risk for Development