Author Question: The nurse can expect to note several changes in the skin of the older adult. Which of the following ... (Read 23 times)

Charlie · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse can expect to note several changes in the skin of the older adult. Which of the following are particularly important to assess as potential effects of these changes:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply.

1. Body temperature
2. Lentigo senilis
3. Hydration
4. Ridges in nails
5. Hair changes

Question 2

The nurse is aware of the following priorities in the administration of drugs:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply.

1. Identification of allergies
2. Three rights of medication administration
3. Knowledge of each drugs use, action, effects, and side effects
4. Appropriate nursing assessments
5. Client education

vkodali · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1,3
Rationale: Older adults are at risk for heat stroke and heat exhaustion because they have fewer and fewer active sweat glands; in addition, due to the loss of subcutaneous fat and reduced thickness and vascularity of the dermis, older people are more susceptible to hypothermia

Answer to Question 2

1,3,4,5
Rationale: Identification of any medication allergies is vital prior to administration of any medication