The nurse identifies which of the following clients as being at increased risk for infection? Select all that apply. Standard Text: Select all that apply

Question

1. The client with acne
2. The client with excessively dry skin
3. The client with normal skin turgor.
4. The client with pallor
5. The client with ammonia dermatitis

Answer 1

1,2,5
Rationale: One client at risk for infection is the client with acne, as acne is comprised of open sores. Excessively dry skin itches and breaks down skin, with resultant open areas prone to infection. Ammonia dermatitis is usually caused by urine contacting the skin as the result of incontinence. The pale client is not at risk for skin infection because pallor does not increase the risk of altered skin integrity. The client with good skin turgor also is at no increased risk for infection.