A Patient with a History of Tinea Pedis Reports Concerns

question 24

Multiple Choice

A patient with a history of tinea pedis reports concerns about developing the disorder again. Which of the following interventions suggested by the nurse will reduce the likelihood of a reoccurrence?

• A)Wear sandal style footwear.
• B)Begin to wear cotton undergarments.
• C)Soak affected extremities in salted water nightly.
• D)Apply lotions to moisturize potential areas of outbreak daily.