When assessing hydration status in an elderly patient, the nurse would monitor which of the following skin components?
A) Turgor
B) Color
C) Temperature
D) Sensation
Ans: A
Feedback: The elasticity of the skin, or turgor, decreases in the normal aging process and may be a factor in assessing the hydration status of a patient. Color, temperature, and sensation of the skin are important to assess but would not indicate hydration status.
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