The nurse is planning care for an infant with eczema. Which interventions should the nurse include in the care plan? (Select all that apply.)
a. Avoid giving the infant a bubble bath.
b. Avoid the use of a humidifier in the infant's room.
c. Avoid overdressing the infant.
d. Avoid the use of topical steroids on the infant's skin.
e. Avoid wet compresses on the infant's most affected areas.
ANS: A, C
Guidelines for care of an infant with eczema include avoiding a bubble bath and harsh soaps and avoiding overdressing the infant to prevent perspiration, which can cause a flare-up. The care plan should include using a humidifier in the infant's room, topical steroids, and wet compresses on the most affected areas.
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