A young patient has just been diagnosed with xeroderma pigmentosum. When teaching the family about this disease, the nurse should emphasize which of the following points? Select all that apply.
A) "Wash hands thoroughly when working in the garden to prevent infection."
B) "Wear long sleeves, long pants, gloves, a hat, sunglasses with side shields, and sunscreen while outdoors."
C) "Apply antibacterial ointment to any break in the skin, and cover wounds with bandages."
D) "The best time to allow the child to play outside is in the evening hours after the sun goes down."
E) "The best time for the family to go to the beach is in the fall/winter months."

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Xeroderma pigmentosum is a genetic disorder where the enzyme needed to repair sunlight-induced DNA damage is lacking. While washing hands and applying antibacterial products to open wounds are important teaching for parents with children, they are not specific for this disease diagnosis.

A Young Patient Has Just Been Diagnosed with Xeroderma Pigmentosum