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NCP Elective (Impaired Skin Integrity)
NCP Elective (Impaired Skin Integrity)
Objective
Redness on bony
prominences
Planning
After 8 hours of nursing
intervention, the patient will
demonstrate behaviours or
techniques to prevent skin
breakdown.
Intervention
Assess skin daily. Note color, turgor, circulation,
and sensation. Describe and measure lesions
and observe changes. Take photographs if
necessary.
Scientific Rationale
Establishes comparative baseline providing
opportunity for timely intervention.
Evaluation
After 8 hours of
nursing
intervention, the
patient was able
to demonstrate
behaviours and
techniques to
prevent skin
breakdown.