The nurse is discussing skin care with a group of early teens (ages 13 to 15). Which of the fol-lowing is the most therapeutic response to the question, "How can I keep from getting bad skin?"
1. "Bad skin is a part of being a teenager; but don't make it worse with poor hygiene habits."
2. "Bad skin is often affected by what you eat, so eat a healthy, well-balanced diet of low-fat foods."
3. If the acne gets really bad, then see your health care provider for a prescription for a topical antibiotic."
4. "If by bad skin you mean pimples, then wash your face regularly with soap and warm water, and keep your hair clean as well."
ANS: 4
Wash hair and skin thoroughly each day with warm water and soap to remove oil. The remaining options are not incorrect, but they are not addressing the primary problem.
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