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Oct 12, 2025

4 min

Which area do nurses most accurately test for an elderly's skin turgor?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, dehydration is a serious risk for older adults, making accurate assessment crucial. This is why understanding **which area do nurses most accurately test for an elderly's skin turgor** is a fundamental component of geriatric care.

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Oct 12, 2025

4 min

When assessing skin turgor in the elderly client, where should the nurse assess?

Over 20% of older adults are affected by dehydration, which can be difficult to detect due to age-related changes in skin elasticity. This makes knowing the correct location to assess skin turgor in the elderly client a critical skill for nurses to ensure accurate hydration status evaluation.

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