Why is a lotion without petroleum preferred over a petroleum-based product as a skin protectant? It:
a. Prevents microorganisms from adhering to the skin
b. Facilitates the absorption of latex proteins through the skin
c. Decreases the risk of latex allergies
d. Prevents the skin from drying and chaffing.
C
Non–petroleum-based lotion is preferred because it prevents the absorption of latex proteins through the skin, which can cause latex allergy. Both types of lotion help prevent the skin from drying and becoming chafed. Neither prevents microorganisms from adhering to the skin.
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