A Patient Undergoing External Radiation Has Developed a Dry Desquamation

A patient undergoing external radiation has developed a dry desquamation of the skin in the treatment area. Which patient statement indicates that the nurse's teaching about management of the skin reaction has been effective?

A) "I can buy some aloe vera gel to use on the area."
B) "I will expose the treatment area to a sun lamp daily."
C) "I can use ice packs to relieve itching in the treatment area."
D) "I will scrub the area with warm water to remove the scales."

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