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Title: The nurse is caring for an elderly patient with Alzheimer's disease who is ambulatory but requires ...
Post by: Evan1212 on Jan 18, 2018
The nurse is caring for an elderly patient with Alzheimer's disease who is ambulatory but requires total assistance with his activities of daily living (ADLs). The nurse notices that his skin is dry and wrinkled. The nurse should
 
  a. Make sure that the patient is receiving daily baths.
  b. Reduce the number of baths per week if possible.
  c. Be aware that sweat glands become more active with aging.
  d. Be sure that the patient is using soap with his bath.


Title: The nurse is caring for an elderly patient with Alzheimer's disease who is ambulatory but requires ...
Post by: weissd on Jan 18, 2018
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