Which areas are especially prone to pressure sores in a patient who is wheelchair dependent?
A) The mandible and knees
B) Acromions and dorsal surfaces of the feet
C) Ischial tuberosities and olecranon processes
D) Tibial tubercles and the occiput

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Wheelchair-bound patients who sit for long periods of time need appropriate seating surfaces that safely reduce pressure while providing adequate support and stability.Areas at particularly high risk to the seated person include ischial tuberosities,olecranon processes,the back of the knees if resting against the seat,and the heels and feet.

Which Areas Are Especially Prone to Pressure Sores in a Patient