A Patient Is Undergoing Psoralen Plus UVA Light (PUVA) Therapy

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient is undergoing psoralen plus UVA light (PUVA) therapy for treatment of psoriasis. To minimize complications from this procedure, the nurse plans to

• A) shield any unaffected areas with lead-lined drapes.
• B) cleanse the skin carefully with an antiseptic soap.
• C) have the patient use protective eyewear during treatment.
• D) apply petroleum jelly to the areas surrounding the lesions.