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Mechanical features of the skin change in response to varying humidity and temperature; the skin becomes sensitive and the risk of pressure, shearing and friction increases.<\/p>\n<p>Diapers and plastic materials may lead to deterioration of both the sitting and lying areas and reduce the possibility of pressure ulcers prevention. Therefore, all \u201cunnecessary\u201d material has to be removed. Using as little material as possible between the patient and the base helps relieve the pressure.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pressure ulcers develop also because of inadequate care for the bedridden patient, including: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>infrequent turning<\/li>\n<li>uncomfortable base<\/li>\n<li>wrinkles on underwear or bed linen<\/li>\n<li>irregular hygiene<\/li>\n<li>badly set immobilisation<\/li>\n<li>diet with low protein content<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p>Most pressure ulcers can be prevented. 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