How should the nurse help prevent skin breakdown in a patient who is incontinent of urine and has delicate skin?
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Correct answer: Clean after each episode, pat dry gently, apply barrier cream
Frequent gentle cleansing, drying, barrier protection and timely pad change are key to prevent moisture-associated skin damage.
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