Tissue Integrity Flashcards
Tissue Integrity is defined as
The state of structurally intact and physiologically functioning epithelial tissues, such as integument and mucus membranes
The skin’s major functions include
Protection, Absorption, Exerection
Infants have thinner, more permeable skin with less subcutaneous fat than older children and adults, which leads to
potential for fluid loss and less effective temperature regulation.
Adolescents experience increased apocrine sweat glands and sebaceous gland activity which results in
Oily skin and acne
Older Adults are at risk for skin integrity by
Thinning skin, Decreased pain perception, Slow wound healing, Decrease sebacous glands
What are the 6 major categories of impaired skin integrity?
- trauma/injury
- loss of perfusion
- immunological reaction
- infections and infestations
- thermal or radiation injury
- lesions.
What should a nurse be cautious of when an infant has monglian spots?
Be sure not to claim child abuse
hygiene, nutrition, and protection from excessive sun exposure or other environmental hazards are examples of
Primary Prevention
