Saunders Pharm-Integumentary

Silver sulfadiazine is prescribed for a client with a partial-thickness burn, and the nurse provides teaching about the medication. Which statement made by the client indicates a need for further teaching about the treatments?

The medication is likely to cause stinging every time it is applied.

The nurse is applying a topical glucocorticoid as prescribed for a client with psoriasis. The nurse would be concerned about the potential for systemic absorption of the medication if it were being applied in which situation?

Applied to a reddened, itchy area underneath an occlusive dressing

Collagenase is prescribed for a client with a severe burn to the hand. The home care nurse provides instructions to the client regarding the use of the medication. Which client statement indicates an accurate understanding of the use of this medication?

I will apply the ointment once a day and cover it with a sterile dressing.

Sodium hypochlorite solution is prescribed for a client with a wound on the left foot that is draining purulent material. Which action should the nurse plan to take?

Irrigate the wound with the solution

Silver sulfadiazine is prescribed for a client with a burn injury. Which laboratory finding requires the need for follow-up by the nurse?

WBC of 3,000

A burn-injured client is receiving treatments of topical mafenide acetate to the site of injury. The nurse should monitor the client for which systemic effect that can occur from the use of this medication?

acidosis

the clinic nurse is performing an admission assessment on a client and notes that the client is taking azelaic acid. The nurse determines that which client complaint may be associated with use of this medication?

itching

the clinic nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of scabies who has just been prescribed crotamiton. The nurse instructs the client to perform which action when applying this medication?

massage the medication into the skin from the chin downward. Apply a second application in 24 hours, followed by a cleansing bath 48 hours after the second application.

the nurse is caring for a client at home with a diagnosis of actinic keratosis. The client tells the nurse that her skin is very dry and irritated. The treatment includes diclofenac sodium. The nurse teaches the client that this medication is from which class of medications?

NSAIDS

Coal tar has been prescribed for the client with psoriasis, and the nurse provides instructions to the client regarding this treatment. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further instruction?

The medication can cause diarrhea

An outbreak of head lice infestation has occurred at a local school. The school nurse is providing instructions to the mothers of the children attending the school regarding the application of malathion. The nurse should tell the mothers to take which action?

Leave the lotion on for 8 to 12 hours, and then wash the hair with nonmedicated shampoo.

Lindane is prescribed. The nurse reviews the client's record, knowing that this medication therapy would be contraindicated in which client?

a child

A client with psoriasis is being treated with calcipotriene cream. Administration of high doses of this medication can cause which side or adverse effect?

hypercalcemia

topical azelaic acid is prescribed for a client, and the clinic nurse provides instructions regarding the use of this medication. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further instruction?

the medication is used to treat my eczema.

The camp nurse asks the children preparing to swim in the lake if they have applied sunscreen. The nurse reminds the children that chemical sunscreens are most effective when applied at which times?

At least 30 minutes before exposure to the sun

Mafenide acetate is prescribed for a client with a burn injury to the hand. Which should the nurse include in the instructions to the client regarding the use of this medication?

It is normal to experience local discomfort and stinging and burning after the medication is applied.

The primary health care provider has prescribed a topical anti-inflammatory cream for a client with a muscular sprain. The nurse provides instructions to the client regarding the medication. Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of this prescribed treatment?

this med will acts as a local anesthetic

Salicylic acid is prescribed for a client with a diagnosis of psoriasis. The nurse monitors the client, knowing that which finding indicates the presence of systemic toxicity from this medication?

tinnitus

A client is seen in the clinic for a complaint of scalp itching that has been persistent over the past several weeks. After an assessment, it is determined that the client has head lice. Permethrin shampoo is prescribed, and the nurse provides instructions to the client regarding the use of the medication. The nurse should tell the client to take which measure?

Wash, rinse, and towel-dry the hair before applying.

Which clients can safely receive lindane? Select all that apply. a) An 89-year-old client with dementia b) A 32-year-old client with renal stones c) A 6-year-old child with a fractured arm d) A 42-year-old woman with osteoporosis e) A 52-year-old man with hypertension and high cholesterol

a, b, d, e

The nurse is applying a topical corticosteroid to a client with eczema. The nurse should apply the medication to which body area? Select all that apply. a) Back b) Axilla c) Eyelids d) Soles of the feet e) Palms of the hands

a, d, e

Isotretinoin is prescribed for a client with severe acne. Before the administration of this medication, the nurse anticipates that which laboratory test will be prescribed?

triglycerides

A client with severe acne is seen in the clinic, and the primary health care provider (PHCP) prescribes isotretinoin. The nurse reviews the client's medication record and would contact the PHCP if the client is also taking which medication?

vitamin A

A primary health care provider (PHCP) prescribes isotretinoin for a client with severe acne. The nurse reviews the client's record and notifies the PHCP if which prescribed medication is noted on the medication record?

doxycycline

A hospitalized client is diagnosed with scabies. The primary health care provider (PHCP) recommended that the client and the client's roommate be treated with lindane. Which finding, if noted on this client's chart, would alert the nurse to notify the PHCP before the treatment with lindane?

hx of seizure disorder

A burn client is receiving treatments of topical mafenide acetate to the site of injury. The nurse monitors the client, knowing that which finding indicates that a systemic effect has occurred?

hyperventilation

A client with acute seborrheic dermatitis of the back, chest, and legs is receiving treatments with salicylic acid. The nurse should monitor the client for which symptom that indicates the presence of systemic toxicity from this medication?

increased respirations

Tetracycline is prescribed for a client with severe acne. The nurse instructs the client regarding the importance of reporting which finding if it occurs?

persistent diarrhea

a home health nurse is visiting a client who has been started on therapy with clotrimazole. The nurse determines the effectiveness of the medication by noting a decrease in which problem?

rash