The Nurse Is Bathing an 80-Year-Old Man and Notices That

question 34

Multiple Choice

The nurse is bathing an 80-year-old man and notices that his skin is wrinkled,thin,lax,and dry.This finding would be related to which factor in the older adult?

• A)Increased vascularity of the skin
• B)Increased numbers of sweat and sebaceous glands
• C)An increase in elastin and a decrease in subcutaneous fat
• D)An increased loss of elastin and a decrease in subcutaneous fat

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Definitions:

Icy Sidewalk

An icy sidewalk is a pavement covered in ice, often posing a hazard due to the increased risk of slipping and falling.

Foreseen Risk

A foreseen risk is a potential problem or hazard that has been identified or could be reasonably anticipated in advance, often highlighting the importance of planning or mitigation efforts.

Injury

Physical harm or damage to the body caused by an accident or event.

Walking

The act of moving at a moderate pace by placing one foot in front of the other, often for exercise or transportation.