A person in a wheelchair has a history of sacral pressure ulcer formation. Which instruction should be included in the person's teaching?

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Shifting weight every 15 minutes to an hour will help relieve pressure on the sacral area, reducing the risk of pressure ulcer formation. Sitting on a donut may actually increase pressure in certain areas. Having a family member pull the person up in the wheelchair is not a safe or appropriate method of pressure ulcer prevention. Staying in one position for an extended period is likely to increase pressure in the sacral area and increase the risk of pressure ulcer formation.

A Person in a Wheelchair Has a History of Sacral