Tape is often a necessary evil. If skin is intact, not fragile and no allergies to tape are seen, then yes, minimal tape is often necessary. Just use caution when removing it so as not to damage...
I agree, it sounds like it is staying too wet. Is he on a regular mattress? An air type matees may help relieve pressure if he won't remain off of the back. Good
NMRN2017 replied to Deasterly's topic in Correctional
I worked in correctional nursing for 3 years, majority of the time at an all men's prison, although I did a few shifts at a Women's prison as well. In a lot of ways it was like "nursing in a bar"....