Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 89%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A preschooler who has eczemaA nurse is providing teaching to a parent of a preschooler who has eczema. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Topical corticosteroids reduce inflammation and itching in eczema, promoting skin healing. Woolen clothes, fabric softeners, and bubble baths irritate the skin, worsening eczema symptoms.