What risk factors does Mr.Jones  have for developing Pressure injuries (name at least four)? 2.What situations should  you immediately report to the nursing staff on your PT supervisor ( name  at least three)

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Pressure Injuries

Mr.Jones an 84 yr.old man, was admitted to the nursing homework you work as a PT Aide He has the early stages of Alzheimer's disease and suffers from diabetes. Mr.Jones wears protective briefs at night, but not during the day. He has occasional bowel and bladder accidents. He recently started falling when he walks and has started physical therapy treatment. The PT supervisor ask you to transport Mr.Jones  back and forth to therapy. The facility's rules require him to ride in a wheelchair. A nurse aide will help you transfer him between the wheelchair and bed.   Questions 

1. What risk factors does Mr.Jones  have for developing Pressure injuries (name at least four)?

2.What situations should  you immediately report to the nursing staff on your PT supervisor ( name  at least three)?

 

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A pressure injury is physical damage to the skin as a result of constant or dragging force present between the skin and the surface of another object. These injuries are evident on the body parts with less tissue/fat/muscle and more bony parts (hips, tailbone, ankles, and elbows).

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