A 4-month-old is diagnosed with atopic dermatitis. Nursing interventions will focus on:
A. Preventing infection
B. Administering antinausea
C. Keeping the skin free of moisture
D. Limiting oral fluid intake
Correct Answer: A. Preventing infection
Option A: The nurse should prevent the infant with atopic dermatitis (eczema) from scratching, which can lead to skin infections.
Option B: Nausea is not associated with atopic dermatitis.
Options C and D: They increase the dryness of the skin, which worsens the symptoms of atopic dermatitis.