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bobthebuilder

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When applying acyclovir, the nurse should:
 
  a. apply the powder liberally. c. avoid applying it to open skin lesions.
  b. wear a finger cot or glove. d. massage the medication into the skin.

Question 2

When applying a topical medication to a skin lesion, the nurse should work from the:
 
  a. top of the lesion to the bottom. c. center of the lesion to the outside.
  b. bottom of the lesion to the top. d. outside of the lesion to the center.



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ndhahbi

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: This medication does not come in powder form.
B Correct: This prevents spread of the herpes simplex or herpes zoster virus.
C Incorrect: This medication is applied to open lesions.
D Incorrect: This would be very painful for the client.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not the appropriate technique.
B Incorrect: This is not the appropriate technique.
C Correct: This is the appropriate technique.
D Incorrect: This is not the appropriate technique.




bobthebuilder

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Excellent


meow1234

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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