An elderly patient has been admitted to the hospital for pneumonia.Which factor could put this patient at risk for a pressure ulcer?

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Poor nutrition,specifically severe protein deficiency,causes soft tissue to become susceptible to breakdown.Low protein levels cause edema or swelling,which contributes to problems with the transportation of oxygen and nutrients.A hospitalized adult with a score of 16 or below and an older adult at 18 or below are at risk for pressure ulcer development; a score of 22 does not place the patient at risk.A patient with decreased mobility,inadequate nutrition,excessive skin moisture,decreased sensory perception,or decreased activity is at risk for pressure ulcer development.Repositioning a patient every 2 hours will help prevent pressure ulcers.Activity as tolerated will help prevent pressure ulcers.

An Elderly Patient Has Been Admitted to the Hospital for Pneumonia.Which