A new parent asks the nurse,"How can diaper rash be prevented?" What should the nurse recommend?
A) Wash the infant with soap before applying a thin layer of oil.
B) Clean the infant with soap and water every time diaper is changed.
C) Wipe stool from the skin using water and a mild cleanser.
D) When changing the diaper, wipe the buttocks with oil and powder the creases.

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Change the diaper as soon as it becomes soiled.Gently wipe stool from the skin with water and mild soap.The skin should be thoroughly dried after washing.Applying oil does not create an effective barrier.Over washing the skin should be avoided,especially with perfumed soaps or commercial wipes,which may be irritating.Baby powder should not be used because of the danger of aspiration.

A New Parent Asks the Nurse,"How Can Diaper Rash Be