Nursing Management: Integumentary Conditions

To decrease the risk for sun damage to the skin, which information should the nurse include when teaching patients?

A. Waterproof sunscreens will provide good protection when swimming.

B. Use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 8-10 for adequate protection.

C. Try to stay out of the sun between the hours of 10:00 and 16:00.

D. Increase sun exposure by no more than 10 minutes a day to avoid skin damage.

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