When providing hygiene for an elderly patient, it is important for the nurse to closely assess the skin. This is because as the patient ages
a. Skin becomes more resilient.
b. Sweat glands become more active.
c. Skin becomes less subject to bruising.
d. Less frequent bathing may be required.
D
Daily bathing as well as bathing with water that is too hot or soap that is harsh causes the skin to become excessively dry. As the patient ages, the skin loses its resiliency and moisture, and sebaceous and sweat glands become less active. The epithelium thins, and elastic collagen fibers shrink, making the skin fragile and prone to bruising and breaking.
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