The Patient Undergoing Radiation Treatment Has Developed Dry Desquamation of the Skin

The patient undergoing radiation treatment has developed dry desquamation of the skin over the treatment area. How should the nurse care for this damaged skin?. Select all that apply.

A) Shave the area carefully to remove irritating hair or stubble.
B) Tape a light, absorbent bandage over the area to collect drainage.
C) Have the patient expose the area to 20 minutes of sunlight each day.
D) Cover the area with a hydrophilic moisturizing lotion.
E) Wash the area with lukewarm water only.