A Patient Is Undergoing Psoralen Plus UVA Light (PUVA) Therapy

A patient is undergoing psoralen plus UVA light (PUVA) therapy for treatment of psoriasis. To minimize complications from this procedure, the nurse plans to

A) shield any unaffected areas with lead-lined drapes.
B) cleanse the skin carefully with an antiseptic soap.
C) have the patient use protective eyewear during treatment.
D) apply petroleum jelly to the areas surrounding the lesions.

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