During repositioning, what should you inspect on the resident's skin for pressure injuries?

During repositioning, what should you inspect on the resident's skin for pressure injuries?

• A. Do not inspect skin.
• B. Inspect skin for redness or breakdown during repositioning.
• C. Only check once a week.
• D. Rely on resident to report.

Answer: (B)

Proactive skin assessment during repositioning is essential to prevent pressure injuries. Inspect the resident’s skin each time you reposition for signs of redness or breakdown. Look for redness that does not fade when you press the area (non-blanchable redness), especially over bony spots like the sacrum, heels, hips, and elbows. Also check for warmth, swelling, moisture, or torn skin. If you notice redness or any skin breakdown, relieve the pressure by adjusting the position and report to the nurse so a care plan can be started. Regular inspection during moves is necessary; waiting a week or relying on the resident to report can miss early injuries.

Proactive skin assessment during repositioning is essential to prevent pressure injuries. Inspect the resident’s skin each time you reposition for signs of redness or breakdown. Look for redness that does not fade when you press the area (non-blanchable redness), especially over bony spots like the sacrum, heels, hips, and elbows. Also check for warmth, swelling, moisture, or torn skin. If you notice redness or any skin breakdown, relieve the pressure by adjusting the position and report to the nurse so a care plan can be started. Regular inspection during moves is necessary; waiting a week or relying on the resident to report can miss early injuries.