While supervising a student nurse who is caring for a patient on bedrest, a nurse intervenes when observing the student
A) Using mild soaps for cleansing the skin.
B) Repositioning in bed at 2-hour intervals.
C) Offering the patient high-protein snacks.
D) Massaging directly on reddened bony prominences.

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Massaging directly on reddened bony prominences can potentially cause further skin breakdown and should be avoided. Instead, gentle positioning and offloading of pressure on these areas should be implemented. A, B, and C are all appropriate interventions for patients on bedrest.

While Supervising a Student Nurse Who Is Caring for a Patient