For a client diagnosed with actinic keratosis or premalignant skin lesions:
a. Use a highly emollient lubricant
b. Avoid the affected area due to tenderness and possible malignancies
c. Use vigorous massage to increase local circulation to reduce ischemia
d. Use friction to reduce adhesions
ANS: B
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