Author Question: The nurse is assessing the skin of an elderly client. Which of the following would not be assessed ... (Read 58 times)

bobthebuilder · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse is assessing the skin of an elderly client. Which of the following would not be assessed in this client?

1. Decreased elasticity
2. Increased skin hydration
3. Slow wound healing
4. Thinning skin

Question 2

The nurse, instructing a client on the best way to maintain a healthy diet and proper nutrition, would encourage the client to:

1. eat foods in appropriate portion size and from all the food groups.
2. eat twice as much meats as grains.
3. eat mostly fruits.
4. skip milk products.

hanadaa · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2
As a person ages, there is a reduction in the density of sweat glands, sebaceous glands, and blood vessels, which results in a decrease in skin hydration. As a person ages, skin loses elasticity. Reduced blood vessels lead to slower wound healing. Reduction in subcutaneous tissue causes the skin to thin.

Answer to Question 2

1
According to the American Dietetic Association, all foods can fit in a healthy diet if the portion sizes are appropriate, foods are consumed in moderation, and regular physical activity is included. Eating twice as much meat as grains does not contribute to a healthy diet. Eating mostly fruits and skipping milk products does not contribute to a healthy diet.