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The nurse is assessing the integumentary status of a 79-year-old female. Which findings should the nurse considered common in older adults?
 
  Select all that apply.
  1. keratoses
  2. skin tags
  3. urticaria
  4. photoaging
  5. acne

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to assess a patient's integumentary status. Which techniques should the nurse use to conduct this assessment?
 
  1. inspection
  2. inspection and percussion
  3. inspection and palpation
  4. percussion and palpation



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 4
Common skin lesions in older adults include skin tags, keratoses, and photoaging. Urticaria (hives) is an integumentary disorder that is not normal. Acne is common in adolescents, not in older adults.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Physical assessment of the skin, hair, and nails is conducted by inspection and palpation. Percussion employs tapping to assess structures beneath the skin's surface.




jc611

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Gracias!


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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