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The nurse is educating a patient with psoriasis. Which information is most important for the nurse to include in the teaching plan?
 
  a. Liberally apply a lubricating cream three times daily.
  b. Use a humidifier at night.
  c. Use an alcohol-based cleanser in the morning.
  d. Take hot baths to reduce skin discomfort.

Question 2

A patient with psoriasis is placed on PUVA therapy. What factors compose this therapy?
 
  a. Radiation and corticosteroids
  b. X-rays and methotrexate
  c. Artificial ultraviolet (UV) rays and a coal tar product
  d. Laser treatment and antimetabolites


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Skin should be kept as moist and pliable as possible. Humidifiers increase moisture in the envi-ronment. Use and application frequency of lubricating lotions and creams should be approved by the dermatologist before recommending. Drying solutions like alcohol and heat can increase discomfort of psoriasis.

Answer to Question 2

C
PUVA is a combination of artificial UV rays and psoralen, a coal tar product.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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