A patient who has psoriasis is taking methoxsalen (Oxsoralen) to treat the condition along with receiving therapeutic ultraviolet A. The nurse notes burning and blistering of the patient's skin. Which action will the nurse take?

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Methoxsalen (Oxsoralen) is a photosensitizing agent used in combination with UVA light therapy for the treatment of psoriasis. Burning and blistering of the skin can occur due to excessive exposure to sunlight or UVA, as methoxsalen increases the skin's sensitivity to light. Asking about recent sunlight exposure is important to determine if this contributed to the adverse reaction.

A Patient Who Has Psoriasis Is Taking Methoxsalen (Oxsoralen) to Treat