Asked by Audrey Durst on Jun 21, 2024
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The nurse is completing an assessment of the patient's skin's integrity. Which assessment is the priority\bold{priority}priority ?
A) Pressure points
B) Breath sounds
C) Bowel sounds
D) Pulse points
Skin Integrity
The state of the skin being whole, undamaged, and intact, with an adequate barrier function and absence of wounds or lesions.
Pressure Points
Specific areas on the body considered sensitive and can be used to alleviate pain or apply therapeutic pressure.
Assessment Priority
The determination of the most important aspects to evaluate in a given situation, particularly in healthcare settings.
- Cultivate an extensive skill set for skin and wound evaluation.
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Learning Objectives
- Cultivate an extensive skill set for skin and wound evaluation.
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