A patient with a history of basal cell skin cancer asks the nurse what to do to avoid having the cancer recur. Which of the following would be appropriate for the nurse to instruct this patient?

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Using sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher can help protect the skin from harmful UV radiation which is a known risk factor for developing skin cancer. Avoiding the sun at all costs is not practical or necessary, and sun exposure during peak hours (10:00 am to 3:00 pm) should be limited. Additionally, wearing a hat and protective clothing are other ways to reduce the risk of skin cancer. Sunscreen should be used even on cloudy days as UV radiation can still penetrate through the clouds.

A Patient with a History of Basal Cell Skin Cancer