The nurse is advising an older adult regarding age-appropriate ...

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The nurse is advising an older adult regarding age-appropriate bathing practices. Which instruction(s) is/are most important for the nurse to include? (select all that apply.)
 
  a. Using lotion-based soaps.
  b. Using hot water to stimulate skin.
  c. Towel skin dry with quick, brisk motions.
  d. Apply lotion twice a day.
  e. Apply talcum powder after bathing.

Question 2

Which age-related change(s) occur(s) in the integumentary system? (select all that apply.)
 
  a. Elastic fibers and adipose tissue diminish.
  b. Skin thins and becomes transparent.
  c. Hair thickens as follicles decrease.
  d. Skin becomes dry.
  e. Thinned skin leads to cold intolerance.

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Answer to Question 1

A, D
The nurse should suggest actions that help keep the skin moist, like using lotion-based soaps and applying lotion twice daily. Using hot water, vigorously towel-drying skin, and applying talcum powder are actions that increase skin dryness.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, D, E
With age, elastic fibers and adipose tissue diminish, skin thins and becomes transparent, skin becomes dry, and thinned skin leads to cold intolerance. Hair thins as follicles decrease.