Skin

For First Aid and First Responders

How does the patient feel? How does the patient look? This refers to the general appearance of the patient, not redness or swelling at a specific site. We assess the color and condition of the patient’s skin. Color

Color Category Description
Normal
Pale
Cyanotic
Flushed
Jaundiced
Mottled

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Skin Condition Description
Warm and Dry
Cool and Clammy
Cold and Moist
Cold and Dry
Hot and Dry
Hot and Moist
Goose Pimples

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Thank you

References

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