The nurse is teaching safety to a patient with a dulled sensitivity to touch. What statement by the patient demonstrates understanding?
1. "I have to be careful around hot liquids such as water for my coffee."
2. "If I wear my winter gloves all of the time, I won't get hurt."
3. "I should use the back of my hands to test temperatures of liquids."
4. "I have a high tolerance to pain so I'll be okay."
1. "I have to be careful around hot liquids such as water for my coffee."
Explanation: 1. Dulled sensitivity to touch is hypoesthesia and a priority concern is safety around hot items and risk for burn injury.
2. Gloves alone will not provide adequate protection against all elements.
3. The back of the hand has little muscle/fat tissue and should not be used to test temperatures.
4. Because of decreased sensitivity, the person may damage their hand before they feel pain.
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