Question

question 2
1 pts
what technique should the nurse employ to best assess skin turgor?
pinch a skin fold on the chest to assess for tenting.
compare limbs for similar color.
examine mucus membranes in the mouth.
palpate the ankles for signs of pitting edema.

Explanation:

Skin turgor is assessed by pinching a skin fold to check for tenting. Tenting indicates poor turgor. Comparing limb color checks for circulation - related issues, examining mouth mucous membranes assesses hydration in a different way, and palpating ankles checks for edema, not turgor.

Answer:

Pinch a skin fold on the chest to assess for tenting.