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NCLEX-RN Exam Practice

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You are caring for a patient with frostbite on the hand. What assessment finding do you expect to find on the hand?

Edema in the nailbeds with fiery red skin
The hand is pink and edematous.
Erythematous rash and black fingertips
Decreased sensitivity to touch with white color to the skin

Explanation

Answer: D - The hand would have decreased or nonexistent sensitivity to touch with a white or blue color to the skin. The skin may also be hard and cold. Tissue edema, blisters and flushing of the skin may occur as the hand begins to thaw.

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