The client is recovering from a severe sunburn. What will the best teaching by the nurse include?
1. "Apply lotion or oil to your skin the next time you go out into the sun."
2. "Apply a sunscreen when you are going to be in the sun."
3. "Do not go out into the sun again; you are more susceptible to burn again."
4. "Use a water-soluble sunscreen the next time that you go out into the sun."
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Lotion or oil will keep the skin moist, but will not prevent another sunburn.
Rationale 2: Sunscreens are used to protect the skin from excessive sun exposure.
Rationale 3: It is not necessary to avoid the sun, but precautions should be taken.
Rationale 4: Sunscreens should be water-resistant, not water-soluble.
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