Which instruction should the nurse give a patient using clotrimazole cream for a superficial fungal skin infection?
Correct answer: A. Clean and dry the area before applying a thin layer
- A. Clean and dry the area before applying a thin layer
- B. Cover the area tightly with an airtight dressing
- C. Stop the cream as soon as itching decreases
- D. Apply the cream only to visibly broken skin
Explanation
The affected skin should be cleaned and dried before a thin layer is applied, and treatment should continue for the prescribed duration. Stopping early can allow the fungal infection to return.
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