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Skin functions
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Protection, prevents penetration, perception, temp regulation, identification, communication, wound repair, production of vit D
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Layers of skin
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Epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous
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Functions of skin
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Protection, thermoregulation, sensations, metabolism, communication, regeneration
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Sensation
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Pain, itch, vibration, heat, cold
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Characteristics of Normal skin
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Color/pigmentation, temp, moisture, texture, thickness, turgor, odor
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Skin changes in adult and older adult
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Loss of sensation,elasticity,tissue,fat; dry, itchy, poor perfusion, sebaccous, sweat glands
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Skin growths in adult and older adult
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Keratoses, senil lentigines, skin tags around neck, eyes, axilla
most are benign, check for malignant growths
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Adequate circulation and blood flow to skin
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Adequate pumping of heart & blood vol., arteries and veins that are patent and function, local cap pressure higher than external pressure
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Leg ulceration
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Legs- arterial/venous disease, neuropathy or diabetes, stasis dermatitis occurs with venous
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Skin nutrition
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Deficiency of protein or cal will lead to dull, dry hair that falls out and skin that is dry and flaky
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Pressure ulcers
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Reduced cap blood flow to skin and underlying tissues, bony prominences are high risk
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Condition of epidermis
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Must be unbroken, excessive moisture can lead to breakdown
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Macerated skin
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Skin that is continually exposed to moisture increasing its succeptibility to infection and trauma, appears wrinkled/light
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Skin allergy
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Reactions are mediated by histamine, irritants may be chemical or mechanical, dermatitis produces epidermal and dermal damage or irritation
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Infections of skin
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Strep & staph are responsible for most skin infections, virsues may be involved, pruritus accompanies and may lead to secondary infection
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