What Interventions Can Nurses Implement to Maintain Skin Integrity?
Nurses can implement several interventions to maintain and promote skin integrity:
1. Skin Care Routine: Regularly cleansing and moisturizing the skin to prevent dryness and irritation. 2. Positioning: Repositioning immobile patients every two hours to relieve pressure and improve circulation. 3. Nutrition and Hydration: Ensuring patients receive adequate nutrition and hydration to support skin health. 4. Use of Pressure-Relieving Devices: Employing special mattresses, cushions, and other devices to reduce pressure on vulnerable areas. 5. Wound Care: Properly managing wounds with appropriate dressings and monitoring for signs of infection.
