The nurse is providing home care instructions for a 13-year-old girl recently diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus. Which response by the girl indicates a need for further teaching?
A) "I need to wear sunscreen in the summer to prevent rashes.".
B) "I need to eat a healthy diet, exercise, and get plenty of sleep.".
C) "I need an eye examination every year.".
D) "I need to be careful when it is cold; I should always wear gloves.".
A
Feedback:
The nurse needs to emphasize that the girl should apply sunscreen every day, not just in the summer, to prevent rashes resulting from photosensitivity. A healthy diet, sleep, yearly eye examinations, and protection from cold weather are appropriate measures.
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