For which patient would a topical antiseptic be most appropriate?
a. A patient with a systemic infection
b. A patient with a medium-sized abscess
c. A patient who has a wound with moderate exudate
d. A patient who needs to have wounds cleansed for prophylaxis
D
Antiseptics are useful as prophylaxis; when applied properly, they can help cleanse wounds and reduce microbial contamination. A patient with a systemic infection is treated with a systemic anti-infective drug. An abscess must be incised and drained, and a topical agent cannot signifi-cantly penetrate the skin to be effective. A wound with moderate exudates requires antibiotic therapy.
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