A nurse is teaching a client about maintaining skin integrity to decrease the risk of infection. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?

A. Using a moisturizer after cleaning helps keep the skin hydrated, preventing dryness and cracking, which can increase the risk of infection. B. Allowing the skin to air dry can lead to excessive dryness, especially in vulnerable areas, potentially compromising the skin’s integrity. C. Rubbing the skin firmly can cause irritation, damage, and increased risk of skin breakdown, particularly in individuals with fragile skin. D. Washing the skin daily with hot water can strip the skin of natural oils, leading to dryness and irritation, which increases the risk of infection. Warm water should be used instead.