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A resident's care plan says to use pillows between the knees when side-lying. What is the main purpose?
- A.To keep the resident from rolling supine
- B.To make the bed look more comfortable
- C.To keep bony areas from pressing against each other
- D.To raise the resident's head and chest
Correct answer
C. To keep bony areas from pressing against each other
Why
Pillows between the knees and ankles keep bony prominences apart and reduce pressure where bone presses bone. This protects skin on the inner knees and ankles.
Content outline: Physical Care Skills - Skin Care: Positioning Devices · From the Physical Care Skills practice bank (PC-104).