To address the nursing diagnosis Risk for impaired skin integrity related to dry skin, in the patient with hypothyroidism, the nurse would:
1. increase the frequency of bathing to get rid of the old and dry skin.
2. apply lotions and creams to help maintain moisture, and elevate lower extremities when sitting or lying.
3. increase her activities in order to increase her circulation to her skin.
4. take antihistamines to prevent itching.
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Her skin requires lubrication in order to prevent breakdown. Frequent bathing and an-ti-histamines dry skin. Exercise does little for skin perfusion.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 991
OBJ: 3 TOP: Hypothyroidism
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity
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