Asked by Nikki Haynes on Jun 06, 2024
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A nurse is educating a 21-year-old lifeguard about the risk of skin cancer and the need to wear sunscreen. Which statement by the patient indicates that the need for further teaching?
A) "I wear a hat and sit under the umbrella when not in the water."
B) "I don't bother with sunscreen on overcast days."
C) "I use a sunscreen with the highest SPF number."
D) "I wear a UV shirt and limit exposure to the sun by covering up."
Skin Cancer
A type of cancer that originates in the cells of the skin, often due to excessive exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
Sunscreen
A product applied to the skin to protect it from the harmful effects of the sun's ultraviolet (UV) radiation, preventing sunburn and skin damage.
Overcast Days
Days characterized by a complete or partial covering of the sky by clouds, resulting in low visibility and reduced sunlight.
- Educate individuals on effective skin cancer prevention and sun protection behaviors.
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Ishtpreet SarwaraJun 09, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The sun's rays are as damaging to skin on cloudy, hazy days as on sunny days. The other options will all prevent skin cancer.
Learning Objectives
- Educate individuals on effective skin cancer prevention and sun protection behaviors.