A nurse teaches older adults about skin care and aging. Which of ...

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A nurse teaches older adults about skin care and aging. Which of the following would be appropriate to include in this teaching? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A) Avoid sunscreens with a sun protection factor (SPF) higher than 14.
  B) Gently apply rubbing alcohol to keratosis growths to remove them.
  C) Include adequate amounts of fluid and vitamins in the daily diet.
  D) Use firm rubbing motions when drying your skin.
  E) Use emollient moisturizing lotions after bathing.
  F) When bathing or showering, use a mild, unscented soap.

Question 2

A client is unresponsive, the skin is usually dry, confined to bed, with limited mobility and contractures, and the nutrition is less than adequate. Using the Braden score, which score will be assigned to this client's risk for pressure ulcers?
 
  A) 8, very high risk
  B) 8, at risk
  C) 18, high risk
  D) 18, moderate risk

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: C, E, F
Older adults need an adequate intake of calories, nutrients, and hydration. Older adults should use a gentle, patting motion when drying their skin ensuring dry skin between toes. Older adults need to use a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher even on overcast days and apply the emollient moisturizing lotion after bathing (not oils during bathing).

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
The nurse uses the Braden score to determine the plan of care. The lower the Braden score, the greater the risk. Scores of 9 or less are considered to be at very high risk, and additional pressure relieving surface and treatment of nutrition are important for this client.