What action is appropriate when using an EMLA cream before ...

[jlmhmf]

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]

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.

[jlmhmf]

Excellent

[blakcmamba]

Great answer, keep it coming