A 14-year-old boy is asking the nurse about how to decrease his ...

[aabwk4]

A 14-year-old boy is asking the nurse about how to decrease his atopic dermatitis. Which of the following statements is an appropriate teaching?
 
  1. Wear loose cotton clothing.
   2. Apply moisturizers 2 to 3 times a day.
   3. Use mild soap for cleansing.
   4. Keep warm and be in a moist environment while asleep.

Question 2

The nurse points out significant aspects of the shoes of a toddler, such as that the shoe should: (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Be one-fourth inch longer than the big toe
  b. Have flexible soles
  c. Fit the shape of the foot
  d. Have roomy heels
  e. Be checked for fit every week

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Answer to Question 1

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1. Loose clothing may increase the dermatitis.
2. Moisturizers may irritate the area and increase the dermatitis.
3. Soap may irritate the area and increase the dermatitis.
4. Keeping warm and moist overnight will increase the healing rate.

Answer to Question 2

B, C
Shoes for the toddler who is walking well should be one-half inch longer than the big toe, have flexible soles, fit the shape of the foot, have a snugly fitting heel, and be checked for fit every few months.

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