A patient diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus exhibits a facial rash. What instruction should the nurse provide regarding skin care? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected
Select all that apply. 1. Avoid being out of doors during the hours of greatest sun intensity.
2. Use sunscreen if sun exposure is possible.
3. Apply hydrocortisone cream 1% to the rash 4 to 6 times per day.
4. Wash the rash with antibacterial soap three times a day.
5. Swim in a chlorinated pool for relief of burning.
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Rationale 1: The patient should avoid being out of doors during peak sunlight hours.
Rationale 2: The patient should use sunscreen if sun exposure is possible.
Rationale 3: There is no indication that hydrocortisone cream should be applied to this rash.
Rationale 4: The skin should be kept clean, but mild soap should be used. There is no reason to wash the area three times a day.
Rationale 5: The rash does not burn. There is no indication that chlorinated pool water promotes comfort.
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