The nurse is interviewing an older adult client prior to performing a head-to-toe assessment
Which of the following statements by the client indicate that the client's skin may appear more damaged than another person this client's age? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. "I know I drink too much alcohol, but why stop now?"
2. "I've smoked 1–2 packs per day for the last 48 years.".
3. "My sister was a ‘sun-worshipper,' but I avoided the sun because it made my skin feel too dry.".
4. "I used to work as a radiology tech.".
5. "I was exposed to Agent Orange during the war.".
1,2,4,5
Rationale 1: "I know I drink too much alcohol, but why stop now?" Older clients who have exposed their bodies to the effects of alcohol will speed up the aging that occurs within their skin.
Rationale 2: "I've smoked 1–2 packs per day for the last 48 years.". Clients who use nicotine will exhibit more effects of skin aging than their peers who do not smoke nicotine.
Rationale 3: "My sister was a ‘sun-worshipper,' but I avoided the sun because it made my skin feel too dry.". The client's sister may appear older due to the effects of the sun on her skin. The client avoided the sun and may not exhibit the skin effects of aging as much as her sister.
Rationale 4: "I used to work as a radiology tech.". Working around radiation can increase the skin's aging.
Rationale 5: "I was exposed to Agent Orange during the war.". Older clients who have been exposed to chemicals used in warfare may look older than their stated age.
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