The nurse is caring for a child with widespread itching and has recommended bathing as a treatment to relieve the itching. Which of the following responses from the mother indicates a need for further instruction?
A) "After bathing, I need to rub his skin everywhere to make sure he is completely dry."
B) "I should use lukewarm water instead of hot."
C) "Oatmeal baths are helpful; we can add Aveeno skin relief bath treatment."
D) "We should leave his skin moist prior to applying medication or moisturizer."
A
Response:
The nurse needs emphasize to the mother that she must only pat the child dry, not rub the skin. Rubbing can cause further itching. The other statements are correct.
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