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jlmhmf

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on: Jul 11, 2018
To assess a suspected skin breakdown over the trochanter of a dark-complexioned African American fully, the nurse would ___________________ ______. (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. use a halogen light to examine the area.
  b. palpate for local edema in the area.
  c. touch the area to feel for changes in tissue temperature.
  d. assess for localized pain.
  e. press the area to test for blanching.

Question 2

When performing a skin assessment for pressure ulcers on an older man who is bedridden and prefers to lie on his right side, the nurse will pay special attention to his ___________________ ___________________ . (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. right ear.
  b. lateral edge of right foot.
  c. sacrum.
  d. medial edge of left foot.
  e. right scapula.


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kkenney

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

ANS: A, B, C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, D


jlmhmf

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Gracias!

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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