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waynest

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An antifungal topical cream has been prescribed to treat a patient's tinea pedis. What information should the nurse provide?
 
  1. You may notice burning when you apply this medication.
  2. You should take precautions against spreading your disease.
  3. This drug is absorbed into your system and may make you nauseated.
  4. Expect to use this medication for an extended period of time.
  5. Don't drink coffee while you are using this drug.

Question 2

A client has been prescribed a topical antifungal medication for treatment of ringworm. What teaching should the nurse provide?
 
  1. Avoid alcohol while using this medication.
  2. Scrub the area vigorously prior to applying the medication.
  3. Cover the area with an occlusive dressing after applying the medication.
  4. Apply a thin layer of the medication.
  5. After applying the medication, let the area air-dry.



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Answer to Question 1

1,2,4
Rationale 1: Burning or stinging may occur at the site of application.
Rationale 2: Tinea pedis (athlete's foot) is one of the fungal infections that is easily spread to others.
Rationale 3: There is very little absorption of topical antifungal drugs.
Rationale 4: Treatment of fungal infections takes an extended period of time.
Rationale 5: There is no reason to avoid coffee.

Global Rationale: Burning or stinging may occur at the site of application. Tinea pedis (athlete's foot) is one of the fungal infections that is easily spread to others. Treatment of fungal infections takes an extended period of time. There is very little absorption of topical antifungal drugs. There is no reason to avoid coffee.

Answer to Question 2

4,5
Rationale 1: Oral antifungal medications require avoidance of alcohol. The same is not true of topicals.
Rationale 2: Vigorous scrubbing should be avoided.
Rationale 3: Occlusive dressings should be avoided.
Rationale 4: Only a thin, even layer is necessary.
Rationale 5: The area should be allowed to air-dry, and loose-fitting clothing should be worn.
Global Rationale: Only a thin, even layer is necessary. The area should be allowed to air-dry, and loose-fitting clothing should be worn. Oral antifungal medications require avoidance of alcohol. The same is not true of topicals. Vigorous scrubbing should be avoided. Occlusive dressings should be avoided.




waynest

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


jamesnevil303

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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