Question

On a visit to the well-baby clinic the parents are upset because their 9-month-old infant has severe diaper rash; one parent wants to know how to treat it and prevent it from recurring. what cause of diaper dermatitis should the nurse include when answering the parent's question?

Answer 1

Hi.

Diaper rash is most commonly caused by irritation from stool and urine. If a baby diaper is filled with their stool or urine for a prolonged amount of time, it will irritate and cause a rash.

The Nurse should include that this is typical with newborns and babies. They will most likely cry when they need a diaper change because of the irritation in the 'lower' region.

Hope this helps! :)