Asked by Deepanshu Namdev on Sep 26, 2024
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A nurse is observing skin integrity of an older adult. Which finding will the nurse document as a normal finding?
A) Oily skin
B) Faster nail growth
C) Decreased elasticity
D) Increased facial hair in men
Skin Integrity
The condition of the skin being whole, undamaged, and intact, which is crucial for protecting against infection and maintaining overall health.
Decreased Elasticity
A reduction in the ability of a material, tissue, or organ to resume its original shape after stretching or contracting.
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Nishtha Dawarabout 20 hours ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Loss of skin elasticity is a common finding in the older adult. Other common findings include pigmentation changes, glandular atrophy (oil, moisture, and sweat glands), thinning hair (facial hair: decreased in men, increased in women), slower nail growth, and atrophy of epidermal arterioles.
Learning Objectives
- Learn the significance of creating personalized care plans for the aged.
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