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yoooooman

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The major reasons for accurate and thorough documentation of nursing care rendered and the patient's response to interventions include which of the following?
 
  a. Documentation is required for accreditation and reimbursement.
  b. Documentation prevents lawsuits.
  c. Documentation is required if the patient sues.
  d. Documentation is a long-held custom.

Question 2

An elderly client tells the nurse that she does not understand why her skin is so dry. Which of the following would explain this client's complaint?
 
  1. Reduced fluid intake
   2. Poor nutrition
   3. Depleted moisture in epidermal cells
   4. Reduction in elastin



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Answer to Question 1

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Professional responsibility and accountability are two primary reasons why practitioners document. Other reasons to document include communication, education, research, meeting legal and practice standards, and reimbursement.

Answer to Question 2

3. Depleted moisture in epidermal cells

Rationale:
The epidermal cells of the older person contain less moisture. This contributes to a dry, rough skin appearance. Reduced fluid intake and poor nutrition could add to dry skin; however, the primary reason is the decline in moisture due to advanced age. Reduction in elastin leads to wrinkling and sagging of the skin.




yoooooman

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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