Which of the following statements made by the nurse reflects the best

Which of the following statements made by the nurse reflects the best understanding of the ef-fect of dry skin on a client’s general health and well-being?

1. “When her skin is cracked, she is so much more uncomfortable.”
2. “Keeping the skin moist is so much easier than making the skin moist.”
3. “She is such a proud lady; dry, cracked skin makes her feel unattractive.”
4. “If I can keep her skin moisturized, it will be less likely to crack and bleed.”

ANSWER

ANS: 4
Excessive dryness causes cracks and breaks in skin and mucosa that allow bacteria to enter, thus resulting in possible infection. While all of the options are correct, the answer reflects a better overall understanding of the effect of skin health on general client health.