The nurse is caring for a client with dark skin and needs to assess the skin for jaundice.Which of the following actions would be appropriate for the nurse in this situation?
A) Use a bright lamp and a magnifying glass.
B) Document "unable to assess" for skin changes.
C) Assess the skin the same way you would inspect a client with lighter skin.
D) Inspect the lips,oral mucosa,sclera,conjunctivae,and palms.
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