RN Exam Practice
Health Promotion and MaintenanceQuestion 1227 of 2368

A parent of an infant with diaper dermatitis asks how to prevent it. Which statement by the parent shows effective teaching?

  1. "I will use scented wipes so the area stays fresh."
  2. "I will change diapers often and put on barrier cream at each change."
  3. "I will change the diaper only when it is full to protect the skin."
  4. "I will wrap the diaper tightly to keep moisture out."
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Correct answer: "I will change diapers often and put on barrier cream at each change."

Frequent changes, gentle cleansing, and a barrier cream with each change limit moisture and protect the skin.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Other Childhood Disorders: Implementation (Take Action). Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Health Promotion and Maintenance"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026