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    HESI RN Med surg adult health proctored exam

    A client with eczema is applying 10% urea cream onto the affected skin areas. Which finding reflects the expected therapeutic response?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A reason: Decreased weeping is not the primary expected therapeutic response of urea cream.Choice B reason: Reduced pain is beneficial but not the primary expected response.Choice C reason: Healing with a return to normal skin appearance may occur over time but is not the immediate expected response.Choice D reason:The correct answer is d) because urea cream helps hydrate and soften dry skin, which is the primary expected therapeutic response for eczema management.

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