Wk 6 Integument

Question 1

Describe the physical examination of hair and scalp attention to:

Answer 1

color, distribution, quantity, thickness, texture, lubrication, parasites
Scalp: smooth and inelastic with even coloration. Inspect for lesions, lumps, bruises, moles, dandruff or psoriasis

Question 2

Describe the physical examination of skin with attention to:

Answer 2

Skin: color, moisture, temperature, texture, turgor, vascularity, edema, lesions, risk for impairment

Question 3

Describe the physical examination of nails with attention to:

Answer 3

Nails: normally transparent, smooth, well rounded and convex with nail bed angle of about 160 degrees.
Inspect, palpate, shape, color angle, capillary refill time

Question 4

key components of skin self assessment

ABCDE

Answer 4

A: asymmetry
B: borders
C: color
D: diameter
E: evolving/changing

Question 5

Risks for skin impariment

Answer 5

Immobilization
Reduced sensation
Nutritional/dehydration alterations
Secretions/secretions on the skin
Vascular insufficiency
External devices
Altered cognition

Question 6

Five common foot and nail problems:

Answer 6

Calluses: thickened skin
Corns: friction and pressure
Planter warts: lesions on sole of foot caused by papilloma virus
Athlete’s foot: fungal infections
Ingrown nails: nail grows inward to soft tissue, usually from improper nail trimming