The nurse is assessing a 2-year-old who has a blistered sunburn across the back and shoulders. Which of the following parent statements indicates an appropriate understanding of care for sunburn? Select all that apply.

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11ecbb05_ca02_bb6b_b433_2596c7221b5b_MD0009_00 Sunburn is a painful inflammatory skin reaction resulting from overexposure to ultraviolet radiation (eg, natural sunlight, tanning beds). Sunburns may be classified as superficial (ie, red, painful) or partial-thickness (ie, blistering, weeping) burns. Severe sunburns may cause systemic symptoms such as fever, chills, nausea, and headache. Sunburns increase insensible fluid loss and place the client at an increased risk for dehydration. Sunburn prevention is important because sunburn may cause permanent skin damage and increases the risk of skin cancers. However, when minor sunburns occur, symptom management includes: Protecting the burned area from further sun exposure (eg, avoid going outside during midday when the sun's rays are hottest) (Option A) Promoting increased fluid intake to avoid dehydration (Option B) Providing pain relief with over-the-counter analgesics such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen (Option C) Reducing inflammation and pain by taking tepid baths; using cool compresses; and applying soothing, protective lotions or gels (eg, aloe vera, calamine) to the sunburned area (Option D) (Option E) Corticosteroid creams (eg, hydrocortisone) have not been shown to reduce symptom severity or healing times. Some preparations can be drying to the skin, which may exacerbate symptoms of sunburn. Educational objective: Sunburn is a painful inflammatory skin reaction that results from overexposure to ultraviolet radiation (eg, sunlight). Care for minor sunburn is symptomatic and involves protecting the burn from further sun exposure, increasing fluid intake, taking mild oral analgesics (eg, acetaminophen), and applying cool compresses and soothing lotions.

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