Which of the following is not an appropriate action to help prevent skin breakdown

Summary

• Anyone confined to a bed or chair for a long time is at risk of developing a pressure sore.
• Pressure sores can be difficult to treat.
• Prevention includes regular changes of position, good hygiene and skin care, and a healthy diet.

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Summary

• Skin thins with age and can become very weak. Older skin may injure easily and take longer to heal.
• During a stay in hospital, your skin may be affected by staying in bed or sitting in one position for too long, whether you are eating and drinking enough and your physical condition.
• To avoid pressure sores, make sure you move regularly and check your skin.
• Pressure sores and skin tears are very painful and can take a long time to heal.

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Content on this website is provided for information purposes only. Information about a therapy, service, product or treatment does not in any way endorse or support such therapy, service, product or treatment and is not intended to replace advice from your doctor or other registered health professional. The information and materials contained on this website are not intended to constitute a comprehensive guide concerning all aspects of the therapy, product or treatment described on the website. All users are urged to always seek advice from a registered health care professional for diagnosis and answers to their medical questions and to ascertain whether the particular therapy, service, product or treatment described on the website is suitable in their circumstances. The State of Victoria and the Department of Health shall not bear any liability for reliance by any user on the materials contained on this website.

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