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jasdeep_brar

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on: Jul 11, 2018
An 80-year-old woman complains of pruritus from dry skin. What would be an appropriate bathing schedule for the patient?
 
  a. A hot shower every night before going to bed.
  b. A cool shower every morning using a detergent soap.
  c. A soak in a warm sudsy bath, leaving a film of soap on the skin.
  d. One shower a week, with sponge baths in between.

Question 2

What is the cause of progressively graying hair?
 
  a. Decreased production of melanin
  b. Altered blood circulation to the scalp
  c. Decreased density of hair
  d. Environmental factors


morrie123456

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
A weekly shower with sponge baths in between provides adequate cleanliness and decreases dryness. Soap should be completely rinsed off. Hot showers and detergent soaps dry the skin.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Decreased production of melanin causes the hair to lose color and turn gray.


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