Nursing220 Final Questions With Complete Solutions
5 functions of skin correct answer: protection, thermoregulation, sensation, metabolism, communication what determines skin color correct answer: melanin how does skin change as you get older 7 correct answer: becomes thinner because of loss of dermal and subcutaneous mass dry skin is more common because of decreased subcutaneous glands wrinkling due to loss of elasticity circulation is reduced and healing is slower nails are thicker and more brittle itching is common size and number of benign skin growths increase how does circulation affect skin function correct answer: decreased circulation can change to color of skin, texture, thickness, moisture and temperature that can promote chance of ulcers
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