Parents Express Concern About the Milia on the Face and Nose

question 16

Multiple Choice

Parents express concern about the milia on the face and nose of their infant.What is the nurse's most helpful response when instructing the parents?

• A) Contact a pediatric dermatologist for topical medication.
• B) Squeeze out the white material after cleansing the face.
• C) Wash the infant's face with a mild astringent several times a day.
• D) Leave the milia alone;it will disappear spontaneously.No treatment is needed.

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