While Assessing a Patient's Skin, the Nurse Notes Multiple Skin

question 26

Multiple Choice

While assessing a patient's skin, the nurse notes multiple skin fissures on the hands.The nurse recognizes this as:

• A)Diaphoresis in the patient.
• B)Potential openings for bacterial infection.
• C)Poor temperature regulation.
• D)Impaired perception to pain.

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