A patient with psoriasis has been using a high-potency glucocorticoid. Because of skin atrophy, the provider has ordered a switch to calcitriol (Vecta) , a vitamin D? analog. What will the nurse teach this patient?
A) "Calcitriol causes severe photosensitivity."
B) "Itching, erythema, and irritation are indications of an allergic reaction."
C) "Systemic effects do not occur with this topical agent."
D) "You may apply calcitriol to all areas of the skin except the face."
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