A client with a flare-up of atopic dermatitis is exhibiting xerosis. Which action by the nurse will be most helpful?
A) Place the client in a hot bath.
B) Apply moisturizer liberally.
C) Wrap affected areas in dry dressings.
D) Use a warm-mist humidifier.
B) Apply moisturizer liberally.
Explanation: A) A lukewarm bath may be helpful to remove scale, crusts, and allergens, not a hot bath, which is drying.
B) Moisturizers applied liberally will reduce inflammation and frequency of flare-ups of xerosis.
C) Moist wraps, not dry, may be soothing for xerosis.
D) Cool-mist humidifiers used year-round may provide relief from xerosis.
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