An African-American client tells the nurse of plans to bask in the sun on an upcoming vacation. The nurse questions the client about sunscreen use. Which response indicates the client needs further education?
A) "I don't need sunscreen because I am dark-skinned already."
B) "I will avoid the sun between the peak hours of 10 am and 4 pm."
C) "I can still experience sun damage despite my dark skin tones."
D) "The melanocytes in my skin provide me with increased protection from the sun."
Answer: A
While the melanocytes in darker skin offer increased protection, the risk for skin cancer remains and sunscreen should be worn. The other client responses are correct.
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