Asked by Georgia Baldock on Sep 29, 2024
The nurse is assessing skin turgor. Which technique will the nurse use?
A) Press lightly on the forearm.
B) Press lightly on the fingertips.
C) Grasp a fold of skin on the sternal area.
D) Grasp a fold of skin on the back of the hand.
Skin Turgor
The skin's elasticity or its ability to change shape and return to normal, often used to assess hydration or the health of the skin.
Grasp
The act of seizing, holding, or obtaining an object or concept with the hand, mind, or understanding.
Sternal Area
the region located in the middle of the chest, overlying the sternum bone, which is significant in medical assessments for its proximity to the heart and lungs.
- Apply the correct technique for assessing skin turgor in patients.
Learning Objectives
- Apply the correct technique for assessing skin turgor in patients.