A Patient with Atopic Dermatitis Has Been Using a High-Potency

question 23

Multiple Choice

A patient with atopic dermatitis has been using a high-potency topical corticosteroid ointment for several weeks.The nurse should assess for which adverse effect?

• A) Thinning of the affected skin
• B) Alopecia of the affected areas
• C) Reddish-brown discoloration of the skin
• D) Dryness and scaling in the areas of treatment

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