A patient with atopic dermatitis has been using a high-potency topical corticosteroid ointment for several weeks. Which finding by the nurse indicates a possible adverse effect of the medication?
A) Thinning of the affected skin
B) Alopecia of the affected areas
C) Reddish-brown discoloration of the skin
D) Dryness and scaling in the areas of treatment
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