The nurse performs a skin assessment while bathing an older adult client.Which lifespan considerations regarding skin characteristics are more common in the older adult? Select all that apply.
A)Dry skin
B)Itchy skin
C)Poor healing
D)Increased risk of water retention
E)Increased risk of trauma

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Older adults commonly experience dry and itchy skin due to decreased natural oil production. Their skin also has poorer healing capabilities and an increased risk of trauma due to thinning and reduced elasticity. Increased risk of water retention is not typically associated with aging skin characteristics.

The Nurse Performs a Skin Assessment While Bathing an Older