Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 65%
Simulated
After the nurse teaches the mother of a child with atopic dermatitis how to bathe her child, which of the following statements by the mother indicates effective teaching?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Patting the skin dry prevents irritation and maintains skin integrity in atopic dermatitis. Prolonged baths, bubble baths, and daily bathing can exacerbate dryness and irritation.