The nurse is counseling a patient who has atopic dermatitis (eczema) and has developed a secondary Staphylococcus aureus infection. To prevent this type of infection from recurring in the future, the nurse should recommend which action?
1. Apply an emollient to the area at least once daily.
2. Take antibiotics for 3 weeks of each month.
3. Take a warm shower each morning and again before bedtime.
4. Have allergy testing performed.
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Rationale 1: A secondary S. aureus infection can develop due to skin trauma and breakdown from scratching. Application of an emollient to the area at least once daily can help prevent dryness and the accompanying itching and scratching.
Rationale 2: Intermittent antibiotic therapy is not indicated.
Rationale 3: Frequent bathing may dry out the skin and increase itching.
Rationale 4: It is important to identify the irritants that cause the lesions, but this will not prevent a secondary infection.
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