Which of the following instructions should the nurse give an adolescent patient with acne?
a. Apply moisturizing lotions or creams.
b. Wash the face and hair daily with very warm water and soap.
c. Apply warm or cold soaks.
d. Add moisture to the air with the use of a humidifier.
B
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A Moisturizing lotions or creams should not be used, as they tend to clog pores and make the acne worse.
B The patient with acne should be taught to wash the hair and skin thoroughly each day with very warm water and soap to remove oil.
C Applying warm or cold soaks is a good measure for skin rashes, not acne.
D Adding moisture to the air with the use of a humidifier is an appropriate intervention for the patient with dry skin, not acne.
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