The nurse is teaching a health promotion class at a senior center. The nurse is confident that the participants have an understanding of the topic when they agree that: Select all that apply
a. "Sunscreen is a necessity whether the sun is shining or not."
b. "Drinking plenty of water will help my skin stay healthy."
c. "Applying a moisturizer daily is important to preventing dry skin."
d. "We need to use an antibacterial soaps when bathing to minimize bacteria on the skin."
e. "Our skin becomes more fragile with age and can be easily damaged."
ANS: A, B, C, E
Using sunscreen, hydration, and moisturizing lotions are all important topics to include in teaching older adults about skin care. It is true that aging results in more fragile skin that is more easily damaged. The use of antibacterial soaps, which tend to be harsh, can cause ex-cessive drying in the skin of older adults who already have a decrease in moisture content.
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