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Which resident is at the greatest risk for a pressure injury?
- A.A resident who walks to the dining room daily
- B.A resident who changes position often
- C.A resident who eats well and drinks fluids
- D.A resident who is immobile, thin, and incontinent
Correct answer
D. A resident who is immobile, thin, and incontinent
Why
Immobility, low body weight with bony prominences, and moisture from incontinence are major risk factors together. Walking, moving often, and good nutrition lower the risk.
Content outline: Physical Care Skills - Skin Care: Risk Factors · From the Physical Care Skills practice bank (PC-098).