When caring for patients with skin lesions,
A. vigorously scrub the lesions with a washcloth when bathing.
B. wear gloves when contact with lesions is likely.
C. use a large amount of soap on the lesions to prevent infection.
D. massage the lesions well with lotion after bathing.
Answer: B
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