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NUR 216 Module 4 EXAM INTEGUMENTARY/ SKIN ASSESSMENT 2024 100% CORRECT AZC HEALTH ASSESSMENT
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1|PageNUR 216 Module 4 EXAM INTEGUMENTARY/ SKIN ASSESSMENT
2024 100% CORRECT AZC HEALTH ASSESSMENT
List five things you need to do prior to beginning the
assessment. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>1. Review the client chart
2. Gather needed supplies
3. Announces presence to client
4. Ensures client privacy
5. Performs hand hygiene
What techniques are used for a skin assessment? - CORRECT
ANSWER >>>>Inspection and palpation
What do you inspect during a skin assessment? - CORRECT
ANSWER >>>>Color, texture, moisture, and integrity
What do you palpate for during a skin assessment? - CORRECT
ANSWER >>>>Texture, moisture temperature, mobility, and
turgor
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What tools are needed in preparation for a skin assessment? -
CORRECT ANSWER >>>>Strong direct lighting, gloves, penlight,
and small centimeter ruler.
Epidermis - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>The surface layer is a
combination of dead cells on the outside and live cells on the
inside. It takes about a month for cells to move from the inner
surface to the outer surface. This is a way the skin constantly
renews itself.
Dermis - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>The middle layer is composed
of connective tissue that is formed by a dense combination of
interconnecting collagen and elastic fibers. It contains blood
vessels, hair follicles, cutaneous nerve endings, sensory
receptors, lymphatics, ans sebaceous and sweat glands.
Subcutaneous - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>The innermost layer
contains fatty tissue. This layer stores fat for energy and
provides insulation for even temperature control. It has a soft
cushioning effect that protects the body and gives the skin
flexibility over the skeleton beneath.
List the functions of skin and nails. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>-
Protect the inner body parts and organs
-Body temperature regulation through shivering and sweating
-Sensory perception of temperature, touch, and pain
-Excrete waste and toxic substances
-Produce vitamin D
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