Question

Which of the following documentation statements indicates a normal assessment of the perianal area?

a. Anus moist, color darker than adjacent tissues. No lesions or discharge. Opening tightly closed.
b. Dry anus, color lighter than adjacent tissues. Lesions present with discharge. Opening loosely closed.
c. Anus dry, color similar to adjacent tissues. Lesions without discharge. Opening moderately closed.
d. Anus moist, color darker than adjacent tissues. Lesions present with minimal discharge. Opening slightly open.

Answer 1

The correct documentation statement indicating a normal assessment of the perianal area is: Anus moist, color darker than adjacent tissues. No lesions or discharge. Opening tightly closed.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct documentation statement indicating a normal assessment of the perianal area is:

a. Anus moist, color darker than adjacent tissues. No lesions or discharge. Opening tightly closed.

This documentation statement describes a perianal area with normal moisture level, proper color, no lesions or discharge, and a tightly closed opening. It indicates a healthy and normal condition of the perianal area.