Asked by Mariah Mckie on Mar 10, 2024
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How can the nurse most accurately assess the skin tone for an older adult African American patient with deeply pigmented skin?
A) Utilize fluorescent lighting.
B) Turn up the heat in the room.
C) Utilize natural sunlight.
D) Turn down the temperature in the room.
Skin Tone
The color and appearance of a person's skin, often determined by pigmentation, skin condition, and blood flow.
African American
A term used to describe Americans of African descent, particularly those whose ancestors were brought to America through the transatlantic slave trade.
Natural Sunlight
The light provided by the sun, which includes a range of electromagnetic radiation essential for Vitamin D synthesis in humans.
- Explain the recommended procedures for executing physical assessments among different demographic groups, including pediatric and geriatric patients.
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- Explain the recommended procedures for executing physical assessments among different demographic groups, including pediatric and geriatric patients.
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