- Too little in wet areas can contribute to slips and falls. - Too much can contribute to beds and wheelchairs being harder to move. - Elastic adhesive dressings that are too tight can cause friction blisters. - Friction between the patient and bed when moving a patient up the bed can cause skin tears.

FRICTION Flashcards by Eloise Jazzmine Delvo

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Too little in wet areas can contribute to slips and falls.
Too much can contribute to beds and wheelchairs being harder to move.
Elastic adhesive dressings that are too tight can cause friction blisters.
Friction between the patient and bed when moving a patient up the bed can cause skin tears.

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