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Irritant contact dermatitis — DOccMed MCQ

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A 29-year-old cleaner with dry scaling erythematous hands. Washes surfaces with detergents six hours daily, rarely wears gloves. Patch testing negative. Improves weekends. What is the most important intervention?

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Correct answer: A — Reduce wet work exposure and ensure appropriate waterproof glove use with cotton liners

Irritant contact dermatitis from wet work. Reducing exposure through proper glove use is the most effective intervention. Barrier cream is less effective.

Reference: HSE Wet Work Guidance; COSHH