Author Question: What action is appropriate when using an EMLA cream before intravenous catheter insertion? a. Rub ... (Read 69 times)

jlmhmf · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

What action is appropriate when using an EMLA cream before intravenous catheter insertion?

a. Rub a liberal amount of cream into the skin thoroughly.
b. Cover the skin with a gauze dressing after applying the cream.
c. Leave the cream on the skin for 1 to 2 hours before the procedure.
d. Use the smallest amount of cream necessary to numb the skin surface.

Question 2

Parents of a child with lice infestation should be instructed carefully in the use of antilice products because of which potential side effect?

a. Nephrotoxicity
b. Neurotoxicity
c. Ototoxicity
d. Bone marrow depression

onowka · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
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A The EMLA cream should not be rubbed into the skin.
B After the cream is applied to the skin surface, it is covered with a transparent
occlusive dressing.
C The cream should be left in place for a minimum of 1 hour and no more than 2
hours.
D The nurse should use a liberal amount of EMLA cream.

Answer to Question 2

B
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A Antilice products are not known to be nephrotoxic.
B Because of the danger of absorption through the skin and potential for
neurotoxicity, antilice treatment must be used with caution. A child with many
open lesions can absorb enough to cause seizures.
C Antilice products are not ototoxic.
D Products that treat lice are not known to cause bone marrow depression.