Which Integumentary Assessment Data from an Older Patient Admitted with Bacterial

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which integumentary assessment data from an older patient admitted with bacterial pneumonia is of concern to the nurse?

• A)Brown macules on extremities
• B)Reports a history of allergic rashes
• C)Skin wrinkled with tenting on both hands
• D)Longitudinal nail ridges and sparse scalp hair

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