During a home visit the nurse assesses the skin of a client with eczema who reports than an exacerbation of symptoms has occurred during the last week. Which information is most useful in determining the possible cause of the symptoms?
a. an old friend with eczema came for visit
b. recently received an influenza immunization
c. corticosteroid cream was applied to eczema
d. a grandson and his new dog recently visited
Ans: d. a grandson and his new dog recently visited
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a. physical safety. b. emotional trauma. c. manipulative behaviors. d. feelings about the relationship.
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