A Nurse Is Caring for a Client with Psoriasis Who

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Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a client with psoriasis who has been ordered a topical glucocorticoid lotion. Before planning her teaching session, the nurse assesses the client's knowledge of the disorder. Which statement indicates that the client has sufficient knowledge about psoriasis?

• A) "Treatment can help lessen the discomfort of my psoriasis."
• B) "I wish there were some way other than lotions to treat my psoriasis."
• C) "No medications are effective for treating my disorder."
• D) "Oral medications are the only medications that are effective."

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