A nurse providing care for an incontinent client identifies the risk for impaired skin integrity. A nursing intervention for this client would be:

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Using an absorbent pad to keep the area dry is the best choice as it helps to prevent moisture from irritating the skin and causing skin breakdown. Washing with antiseptics and applying powder can actually further irritate the skin and lead to dryness, which can also cause skin breakdown. Invasive bladder function studies are not appropriate for addressing skin integrity concerns related to incontinence.

A Nurse Providing Care for an Incontinent Client Identifies the Risk