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The nurse aide is helping a resident sit in a chair. How can shearing of the skin be reduced?
- A.Lift the resident instead of dragging across the surface
- B.Slide the resident quickly across the sheet
- C.Keep the resident flat while pulling up
- D.Leave the resident in the chair all day
Correct answer
A. Lift the resident instead of dragging across the surface
Why
Lifting rather than dragging avoids friction and shear, which stretch and damage skin and deeper tissue. Sliding across surfaces increases that damage.
Content outline: Physical Care Skills - Skin Care: Friction and Shear · From the Physical Care Skills practice bank (PC-099).