The nurse is planning care for a three-month-old infant with eczema. Which intervention would take top priority in this infant's care?

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Preventing infection of lesions is the top priority in the care of an infant with eczema because infants with eczema have an increased risk of skin infections due to loss of skin barrier function. The other interventions may also be important, but preventing infection is the priority.

The Nurse Is Planning Care for a Three-Month-Old Infant with Eczema