Safety and emergenciesQuestion 1094 of 1700
What does the term skin breakdown mean?
- Normal dryness of aging skin
- Damage to the skin
- A rash that affects the hands only
- Skin that is too warm to touch
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Correct answer: Damage to the skin
Skin breakdown is injury to the skin. Immobility and incontinence are common causes that can be prevented.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 3.3: Resident Environment
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026