NCLEX Question of the Day

May 8, 2026

Basic Care and Comfort QID 112

A patient is at risk for pressure ulcers. What is an appropriate nursing intervention to reduce this risk?

A:
Keeping the patient in the same position for extended periods.
B:
Regular repositioning and maintaining skin cleanliness and dryness.
C:
Ignoring reddened areas on the skin.
D:
Applying tight dressings over potential pressure points.

Explanation

Regular repositioning helps to redistribute pressure, and maintaining skin cleanliness and dryness helps to prevent skin breakdown.

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