The Nurse Instructs a Patient About Application of Corticosteroid Cream

question 7

Multiple Choice

The nurse instructs a patient about application of corticosteroid cream to an area of contact dermatitis on the right leg. Which patient action indicates that further teaching is needed?

• A)The patient takes a tepid bath before applying the cream.
• B)The patient spreads the cream using a downward motion.
• C)The patient applies a thick layer of the cream to the affected skin.
• D)The patient covers the area with a dressing after applying the cream.

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