A client with a skin disorder may have many physiological needs and psychological needs. The nurse should:
1. Provide an open, supportive environment.
2. Address the physiological needs first.
3. Stress that the psychological needs will be resolved with treatment.
4. Put more emphasis on the psychological needs first.
Provide an open, supportive environment.
Rationale: Psychological assessment needs to be uppermost in the mind of the nurse as care is given to patients with skin disorders. The appearance of the skin affects self-esteem and body image. Patients should be provided with an open, supportive environment in which they are comfortable voicing their concerns. Psychological and physiological needs are best addressed within an open, supportive environment. Psychological needs may or may not be resolved with treatment.
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