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Mr.Thesaxman

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Salicylic acid is an ingredient in many topical drug products. Its primary purpose in these products is to act as a(n):
 
  a. keratolytic. c. antibacterial.
  b. emollient. d. antifungal.

Question 2

When caring for a burn client receiving silver sulfadiazine wound care, the nurse should:
 
  a. monitor urine for blood.
  b. use with caution in clients with renal insufficiency.
  c. monitor for manifestations of metabolic acidosis.
  d. monitor serum sulfa concentrations.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

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A Correct: This is the primary purpose of salicylic acid in topical medications.
B Incorrect: This is not a purpose of salicylic acid.
C Incorrect: This is not a purpose of salicylic acid.
D Incorrect: This is not a purpose of salicylic acid.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D

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A Incorrect: This is not an adverse effect of silver sulfadiazine.
B Incorrect: This is not a complication of silver sulfadiazine.
C Incorrect: This is not an adverse effect of silver sulfadiazine.
D Correct: Because it is being applied to open lesions and thus being absorbed into systemic circulation, sulfa levels must be monitored.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 24, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 24, 2018
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