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Select the best description of the secretion of the eccrine glands.
Select the best description of the secretion of the eccrine glands.
To assess for early jaundice, you will assess:
To assess for early jaundice, you will assess:
Checking for skin temperature is best accomplished by using:
Checking for skin temperature is best accomplished by using:
Assessing a patient's skin turgor is done to assess which clinical finding?
Assessing a patient's skin turgor is done to assess which clinical finding?
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You note a lesion during a skin assessment. Which is the best way to document this finding?
You note a lesion during a skin assessment. Which is the best way to document this finding?
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You examine the nail beds of a patient. Which finding indicates a normal angle?
You examine the nail beds of a patient. Which finding indicates a normal angle?
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You are assessing capillary refill. The room is warm. Which finding would be considered normal?
You are assessing capillary refill. The room is warm. Which finding would be considered normal?
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During a routine visit, M.B., age 78, asks about a small, round, flat, brown macule on the hands. What is your best response after assessing the areas?
During a routine visit, M.B., age 78, asks about a small, round, flat, brown macule on the hands. What is your best response after assessing the areas?
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An area of thin shiny skin with decreased visibility of normal skin markings is most likely:
An area of thin shiny skin with decreased visibility of normal skin markings is most likely:
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Flattening of the angle between the nail and its base is:
Flattening of the angle between the nail and its base is:
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A configuration of individual lesions arranged in circles or arcs, as occurs with ringworm, is described as:
A configuration of individual lesions arranged in circles or arcs, as occurs with ringworm, is described as:
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The 'A' in ABCDEF rule for skin cancer stands for:
The 'A' in ABCDEF rule for skin cancer stands for:
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A risk factor for melanoma is:
A risk factor for melanoma is:
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Herpes zoster infection (shingles) is characterized by:
Herpes zoster infection (shingles) is characterized by:
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To determine if a dark-skinned patient is pale, the nurse should assess the color of the:
To determine if a dark-skinned patient is pale, the nurse should assess the color of the:
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An example of a primary lesion is a(n):
An example of a primary lesion is a(n):
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When taking the health history, the patient complains of pruritus. What is a common cause of this symptom?
When taking the health history, the patient complains of pruritus. What is a common cause of this symptom?
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A flat macular hemorrhage is called a(n):
A flat macular hemorrhage is called a(n):
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A student nurse has been assigned to teach fourth graders about hygiene. While preparing, the student nurse adds information about the sweat glands. Which of the following should be included while discussing this topic?
A student nurse has been assigned to teach fourth graders about hygiene. While preparing, the student nurse adds information about the sweat glands. Which of the following should be included while discussing this topic?
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Functions of the skin include:
Functions of the skin include:
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Which risk factor increases the risk for skin disease and breakdown among older adults?
Which risk factor increases the risk for skin disease and breakdown among older adults?
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What term refers to a linear skin lesion that runs along a nerve route?
What term refers to a linear skin lesion that runs along a nerve route?
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The components of a nail examination include:
The components of a nail examination include:
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A scooped-out, shallow depression in the skin is called a(n):
A scooped-out, shallow depression in the skin is called a(n):
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Study Notes
Skin Glands and Assessments
- Eccrine glands secrete a dilute saline solution, crucial for thermoregulation.
- Early jaundice can be assessed by examining the sclera and hard palate.
- Skin temperature is best evaluated using the dorsal surface of the hands.
- Skin turgor assessment is vital for determining dehydration status.
Lesion Documentation and Nail Assessment
- Document skin lesions with specifics such as size, location, and characteristics; for example, a dark brown raised lesion on the dorsum of the right foot.
- Normal nail bed angle should be approximately 160 degrees.
- Normal capillary refill time is ≤ 1 second in a warm environment.
Age-Related Skin Changes
- Common small, brown macules (age spots) result from sun exposure and typically require no treatment.
- Thin shiny skin with decreased markings suggests atrophy.
- Flattening of the angle between the nail and its base is described as clubbing.
Skin Condition Descriptions
- A configuration of lesions arranged in circles or arcs is termed an annular lesion.
- The 'A' in the ABCDEF rule for skin cancer indicates asymmetry.
- A risk factor for melanoma includes having skin that freckles or burns easily.
Specific Skin Infections and Evaluations
- Herpes zoster (shingles) is identified by lesions on one side of the body that do not cross the midline.
- To check for pallor in dark-skinned individuals, assess the conjunctivae.
Primary Lesions and Common Symptoms
- Urticaria is an example of a primary lesion.
- Common causes of pruritus include drug reactions.
Hemorrhage and Hygiene Education
- A flat macular hemorrhage is referred to as purpura.
- Teaching about sweat glands for hygiene education should emphasize the apocrine sweat interaction with bacteria, leading to body odor.
Functions and Aging of the Skin
- Primary functions of the skin include temperature regulation and production of new cells by melanocytes.
- Increased risk for skin disease in older adults arises from a lifetime of environmental trauma.
Specialized Skin Lesion Terms
- A linear skin lesion along a nerve route is termed zosteriform.
- Nail examinations should include evaluations of contour, color, and consistency.
- A scooped-out, shallow depression in the skin is called erosion.
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Test your knowledge with this quiz on Jarvis Chapter 13, focusing on the intricacies of hair, skin, and nails. Each question delves into important concepts related to skin assessment and gland functions. Perfect for nursing students or health professionals to reinforce their understanding.
