ATI RN
ATI Nurs 100 Fundamental Final Exam Questions
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A nurse is caring for an older adult client who is at risk for skin breakdown. Which of the following interventions should the nurse use to help maintain the integrity of the client’s skin?
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Rationale: The correct answer is A: Provide the client with a diet high in protein. Protein is essential for skin integrity and wound healing in older adults. Adequate protein intake helps in maintaining skin elasticity and promoting tissue repair. It also plays a crucial role in preventing skin breakdown. Repositioning the client every 3 hours (
B) is important for preventing pressure ulcers but does not directly address skin integrity. Massaging bony prominences (
C) can actually cause skin breakdown in older adults with fragile skin. Applying cornstarch (
D) may lead to moisture buildup and increase the risk of skin breakdown.
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