When conducting a physical examination of the skin, hair, and nails, the nurse notes the age of the patient. Why is this information important to the nurse?
1. It alerts the nurse to expect age-related changes.
2. It validates that skin changes in the older population are pathologic.
3. It reminds the nurse that scaly, dry skin is more common in young adults.
4. It reinforces the concept that age is the most significant risk factor for cancer.
Correct Answer: 1
The nurse should expect findings related to the aging process. Skin changes related to the aging process are not always pathologic. The nurse must possess the knowledge of normal and abnormal findings for each age group. Age is not the most significant risk factor for cancer. Scaly, dry skin is not common in young adults.
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