The nurse is reviewing with a client the ways for the client to maintain healthy skin. Which instructions are the most important for the nurse to review with the client to help maintain healthy skin?

Question

1 . Consume a well-balanced diet.
2 . Drink plenty of fluids every day.
3 . Limit exposure to the sun.
4 . Use herbal products on the skin.
A) 1, 2, 3
B) 1, 2, 4
C) 1, 3, 4
D) 2, 3, 4

Answer 1

A
Feedback:
The nurse should instruct the client to eat a healthy diet, drink plenty of fluids daily, and limit exposure to the sun to help maintain healthy skin. Using herbal products on the skin is not the most appropriate instructions that the nurse should offer to help the client maintain healthy skin.