To decrease the risk for sun damage to the skin, which information should the nurse include when teaching clients?
A)Waterproof sunscreens will provide good protection when swimming.
B)Use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 8-10 for adequate protection.
C)Try to stay out of the sun between the hours of 1 000 and 1 600.
D)Increase sun exposure by no more than 10 minutes a day to avoid skin damage.

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The risk for skin damage from the sun is highest with exposure between 1 000 and 1 500 during regular time and 1 100-1 600 during daylight savings time. The term waterproof is misleading; no sunscreen is completely waterproof. Sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15 is recommended for people at normal risk for skin cancer. Although gradually increasing sun exposure may decrease the risk for burning, the risk for skin cancer is not decreased.

To Decrease the Risk for Sun Damage to the Skin