The camp nurse is teaching adolescents about the prevention of tinea pedis. Which instruction should the nurse include in the teaching plan?

Rationale: A. Avoid using cosmetics that block sebaceous glands: This advice is more relevant to preventing acne rather than tinea pedis. Tinea pedis, or athlete's foot, is caused by a fungal infection, not by clogged sebaceous glands. B. Wear water shoes in the public shower: Tinea pedis is commonly transmitted in moist, communal environments like showers and locker rooms. Wearing protective footwear minimizes contact with contaminated surfaces, helping prevent infection. C. Do not share a brush or comb with anyone: This applies to the prevention of tinea capitis (fungal scalp infection), not tinea pedis. Hair grooming items are not typically involved in the transmission of athlete’s foot. D. Use moisturizing creams to retain skin moisture: Fungi thrive in warm, moist environments. Applying moisturizers excessively, especially between the toes, can promote fungal growth rather than prevent it. Dry, clean feet are key to prevention.