A new mother has brought her infant into the pediatric clinic. The infant has an excoriation on the buttocks. What should the nurse instruct the mother?

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Keeping the skin as dry and clean as possible helps preserve its integrity. The diaper area should be inspected with each change. Topical products, such as those containing zinc oxide, may need to be applied in cases of rash or excoriation.

A New Mother Has Brought Her Infant into the Pediatric