Colorado CNA Practice Exam

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During a skin assessment, a NA may find all of the following EXCEPT:

Bruises
Colitis
Rashes
Pressure sores

The correct answer is: Bruises

In the context of a skin assessment, bruises, rashes, and pressure sores are all conditions or findings that a nursing assistant (NA) may observe on a patient's skin. Each of these conditions can indicate various health issues that require attention and documentation. Bruises, often a result of trauma, can show the impact of falls or accidents. Rashes can signal allergies, infections, or other dermatological conditions. Pressure sores, also known as bedsores, indicate areas of skin that have been damaged due to prolonged pressure, usually in individuals with limited mobility. Colitis, on the other hand, is an inflammatory condition affecting the colon and is not a condition that would be observed during a skin assessment. It pertains to gastrointestinal issues rather than skin health, indicating that it would not be included in a skin assessment scenario. Hence, identifying colitis would not be relevant in the context of examining the skin, making it the exception among the listed findings.