A nurse notes that the client who has been using PUVA therapy for psoriasis for 1 month has darkening of the skin. What is the nurse's best action?
A. Document the finding as the only action.
B. Instruct the client to reduce the dose.
C. Instruct the client to drink more water.
D. Notify the physician.
A
Darkening of the skin is an expected and normal response to the PUVA therapy.
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