A patient who must remain in bed should be repositioned at least how often to help prevent pressure injuries?

A patient who must remain in bed should be

Multiple choice — select the best answer

AEvery 8 hours
BEvery 2 hours
COnce per shift
DOnly when the patient complains

✓ Correct answer: B. Every 2 hours Repositioning an immobile, bedbound patient at least every 2 hours relieves prolonged pressure over bony areas and is a standard pressure-injury prevention measure.

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