A client questions why the skin appears to lose color when in a cold environment. What should the nurse identify as being the cause of this phenomenon?
A) Low level of calcitriol
B) Lack of oxygen in blood stream
C) Constriction of capillary blood flow
D) Loss of subcutaneous fat

Question

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The skin appears to lose color in a cold environment due to the constriction of capillary blood flow. This physiological response helps to conserve body heat by reducing blood flow to the skin, which can make the skin look paler.

A Client Questions Why the Skin Appears to Lose Color