Which skin assessment finding would cause the nurse to suspect dehydration in a middle-aged patient admitted to the hospital with traveler's diarrhea?

A) Edema
B) Hyperhidrosis
C) Pallor
D) Tenting

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Which skin assessment finding would cause the nurse to suspect dehydration in a middle-aged patient admitted to the hospital with traveler's diarrhea?A)  EdemaB)  HyperhidrosisC)  PallorD)  Tenting

Aaron Lucero · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Tenting of the skin occurs when there is decreased skin turgor, which can indicate dehydration. Edema, or swelling, would not be a typical finding in someone who is dehydrated. Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, may indicate other conditions but not necessarily dehydration. Pallor, or paleness of the skin, may indicate anemia or other conditions but not necessarily dehydration.

Which skin assessment finding would cause the nurse to suspect dehydration in a middle-aged patient admitted to the hospital with traveler's diarrhea?

A) Edema
B) Hyperhidrosis
C) Pallor
D) Tenting

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