Author Question: A 70-year-old woman complains of dry skin and asks for advice. Which advice should the nurse offer ... (Read 189 times)

penguins · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

A 70-year-old woman complains of dry skin and asks for advice. Which advice should the nurse offer to this woman for improving dry skin?

a. Add oil to bath water to keep skin soft.
b. Keep bath water between 90 F and 105 F.
c. Move to a climate with lower humidity.
d. Dry vigorously with a rough towel after bathing.

Question 2

Which option is part of a program that addresses bowel incontinence in an older adult patient?

a. Ensuring that a toilet or commode is rea-dily accessible to the patient
b. Encouraging the intake of 1 liter of water each day
c. Expecting a rapid and full recovery
d. Toileting the patient 10 to 15 minutes after meals

olivia_paige29 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B

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A Incorrect. Oil added to the bathtub increases the risk of slipping and falling, which can result in a catastrophic injury. Oils should be applied directly to moist skin after bathing.
B Correct. Tepid bath water minimizes moisture loss from skin.
C Incorrect. Humidity should be maintained at about 60. The person may not be able to move.
D Incorrect. Vigorous, rough towel drying increases skin irritation.

Answer to Question 2

A
Difficult access to facilities within the time available is a factor in bowel incontinence and blad-der incontinence. The intake of 1 L of fluid is less than the recommended amount to protect against dehydration and constipation. Realistic expectations and goals should be discussed with the patient. Toileting should occur 20 to 40 minutes after regularly scheduled meals when the gastrocolic reflex is active.