A nursing student is educating a client with atopic dermatitis about the use of topical corticosteroids. Which of the following statements made by the student requires intervention by the precepting nurse?

Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu

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Question

A nursing student is educating a client with atopic dermatitis about the use of topical corticosteroids. Which of the following statements made by the student requires intervention by the precepting nurse?  
 
   Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu   
 
 ID: 137304

Accepted Answer

Creams and ointments should be washed off after 10 to 15 minutes

Answer

Skin atrophy may occur after several weeks of use and may be irreversible

Answer

Hypersensitivity reactions may occur and lead to a worsening of dermatitis

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Abrupt discontinuation should be avoided after prolonged use

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