Question

You examine a five-year-old girl for a routine child check. She likes to sing and dance. She knows her name and address. She can also draw a person with six body parts. She also eats fruits, vegetables, fish, and meat. The physical examination is normal. Her mother has no concerns. The girl is excited for the coming break because the family is going to the beach.

Required:
What would be true regarding sun exposure?

Answer 1

Sunburn is primarily due to UV-B exposure. Sunscreen should be applied 15 minutes prior to sun exposure. Sunscreen should not be used on infants <6 months of age. Using a broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen product with a minimum SPF of 30.