Excessively dry skin can lead to cracks and openings in the integumentary system. Based on this, what is the most applicable Nursing diagnosis for a patient with excessively dry skin?

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Any interruption in the skin, which is the body's first line of defense, can potentially lead to infection. Impaired health maintenance could have dry skin as a symptom. Acute pain and risk for injury are not appropriate.

Excessively Dry Skin Can Lead to Cracks and Openings in the Integumentary