Mobility and transfersQuestion 527 of 1700
How often must a resident who cannot move be repositioned to prevent pressure injuries?
- Every six hours
- Every two hours
- Once each shift
- Only when the resident asks
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Correct answer: Every two hours
Residents who are immobile need a new position every two hours to protect the skin.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 8.2: Moving and Positioning Clients
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026