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joblessjake

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on: Jul 11, 2018
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.


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

ANS: A, B, C, D, E

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, D, E


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Wow, this really help

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