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fnuegbu

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Which information should the nurse include when teaching patients about decreasing the risk for sun damage to the skin?
 
  a. Use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 8 to 10 for adequate protection.
  b. Water resistant sunscreens will provide good protection when swimming.
  c. Increase sun exposure by no more than 10 minutes a day to avoid skin damage.
  d. Try to stay out of the sun between the hours of 10 AM and 2 PM (regular time).

Question 2

When taking the health history of an older adult, the nurse discovers that the patient has worked in the landscaping business for 40 years.
 
  The nurse will plan to teach the patient about how to self-assess for which clinical manifestations (select all that apply)?
  a. Vitiligo
  b. Alopecia
  c. Intertrigo
  d. Erythema
  e. Actinic keratosis


zoeyesther

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

ANS: D
The risk for skin damage from the sun is highest with exposure between 10 AM and 2 PM. No sunscreen is completely water resistant. Sunscreens classified as water resistant sunscreens still need to be reapplied after swimming. Sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15 is recommended for people at normal risk for skin cancer. Although gradually increasing sun exposure may decrease the risk for burning, the risk for skin cancer is not decreased.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D, E
A patient who has worked as a landscaper is at risk for skin lesions caused by sun exposure such as erythema and actinic keratosis. Vitiligo, alopecia, and intertrigo are not associated with excessive sun exposure.


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