The nurse is preparing an educational program regarding the objectives listed in Healthy People 2020. Which of the following are specifically related to these objectives? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. African American females often require information regarding gentle hair and scalp care.
2. Infants have difficulty regulating their own body temperatures.
3. Older clients have increased sweat gland activity.
4. Clients with diabetes mellitus have an increased risk for skin breakdown.
5. Clients should monitor their moles for any changes, regardless of their age.
1,2,4,5
Rationale 1: African American females often require information regarding gentle hair and scalp care. Nurses should provide African American women with information about the risks associated with chemical treatments, excessive combing, and pulling to braid fragile hair.
Rationale 2: Infants have difficulty regulating their own body temperatures. Infants' skin lacks the ability to contract. Therefore, they cannot shiver and do not perspire, limiting thermal regulation. Infants require clothing that is appropriate for the external temperature and environment.
Rationale 3: Older clients have increased sweat gland activity Older clients are prone to reduced sweat gland activity, which can result in dry skin.
Rationale 4: Clients with diabetes mellitus have an increased risk for skin breakdown. Clients with diabetes are at increased risk for problems with the skin and with healing of existing skin problems.
Rationale 5: Clients should monitor their moles for any changes, regardless of their age. All clients should monitor moles for any changes in color, size, or texture.
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