Personal careQuestion 1199 of 1700
What is impaired skin integrity?
- Skin that is clean, dry, and covered with lotion
- Skin that has lost all feeling in the area
- Skin that is harmed or does not heal as it should
- Skin that has been exposed to the sun
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Correct answer: Skin that is harmed or does not heal as it should
Impaired skin integrity means damaged skin or skin that does not heal as expected. A pressure injury is one example.
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026