A client periodically experiences pseudofolliculitis barbae. Which of the following should the nurse instruct this client?
1. Avoid close shaving.
2. Avoid washing the hair prior to shaving.
3. Apply a topical antibiotic.
4. Contact the physician since the client needs a prescription for an oral antibiotic.
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Pseudofolliculitis barbae is a foreign body reaction to hair in individuals with a genetic inclination for curly, spiral-shaped hair. Prevention requires the client to avoid close shaving. This is what the nurse should instruct this client. This client is to wash the hair prior to shaving. This condition does not need an oral or topical antibiotic.
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