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A nurse is caring for an older adult with xerosis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the patient's plan of care? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Encourage adequate fluid intake
  b. Encourage daily baths of at least 20 minutes
  c. Maintain a humid environment
  d. Apply water-laden emulsions to skin im-mediately after bathing
  e. Use only deodorant soaps when bathing

Question 2

An older patient complains of pruritus. The nurse suggests which of the following interventions to alleviate the patient's complaint? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Use only nonperfumed laundry detergent and fabric softeners
  b. Avoid sudden temperature changes
  c. Wear loose-fitting clothing
  d. Apply heat to affected areas
  e. Exercise vigorously for at least 30 minutes daily


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

ANS: A, C, D
Xerosis is extremely dry, itchy skin. Adequate intake of water is essential in rehydrating the skin. Long duration baths or showers should be avoided, and daily bathing may not be needed. An environment of 60 humidity is recommended. Water-laden emulsions should be applied imme-diately after bathing. Deodorant soaps should be avoided except in the axilla and groin.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C
Pruritus is aggravated by heat, sudden temperature changes, sweating, restrictive clothing, fa-tigue, exercise and anxiety, perfumed detergents, and fabric softeners.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
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