During the bath, the nurse observed that the patient has dry skin. The best action by the nurse is to:
a. Bathe the patient more frequently.
b. Use an emollient on the dry skin.
c. Massage the skin with warm water.
d. Discourage fluid intake.
Question 2
A client's epidermis has insufficient melanin. Which nursing diagnosis is appropriate?
a. Risk for Infection
b. Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity
c. Risk for Deficient Fluid Volume
d. Impaired Skin Integrity