Management of CareQuestion 2198 of 2368
Within what time frame should a skin assessment be documented after a client is admitted to an inpatient unit?
- Within 24 hours
- Within 48 hours
- Within 72 hours
- Before discharge
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Correct answer: Within 24 hours
The standard is to document a skin assessment within 24 hours of admission. It continues during the stay.
Source: Nursing Skills, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Integumentary Assessment. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Management of Care"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026