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A nurse is caring for a client who will perform fecal occult blood testing at home. Which of the following information should the nurse include when explaining the procedure to the client?  A) Eating more protein is optimal prior to testing.  B) One stool specimen is sufficient for testing.  C) A red color change indicates a positive test.  D) The specimen cannot be contaminated with urine. A nurse is talking with a client who reports constipation. When the nurse discusses...

Chapter 48 Skin Integrity and Wound Care Skin: Two layers-epidermis and dermis -Separated by membrane, referred to as dermal epidermal junction -Epidermis: top layer, several layers -Dermis: inner layer of skin, provides tensile strength, mechanical support, and protection to the underlying muscles, bones, and organs. (Contains mostly connective tissue and few skin cells) Collagen: tough, fibrous protein Pressure Ulcers -Pressure sore, decubitus ulcer, and bedsore -Localized injury to ...