The skin care for an older adult with diarrhea should include: ...

[joblessjake]

The skin care for an older adult with diarrhea should include:
 
  a. perineal care immediately after the diarrhea episode.
  b. application of barrier cream to the buttocks.
  c. maintenance of dry linens.
  d. patting the anal area dry rather than wiping.
  e. leaving excoriated areas open to the air.

Question 2

The nurse is alerted to the possibility of a fecal impaction when the older adult patient complains of ___________________ ___. (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. cramping.
  b. rectal pain.
  c. abdominal distention.
  d. anorexia.
  e. passing small amounts of liquid stool.

[Bsand8]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, C, D, E

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, D, E

[joblessjake]

Great answer, keep it coming

[rachel]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it