A patient shows signs and symptoms of conjunctivitis. Which of the following aminoglycosides would the nurse expect to be ordered?
a. Amikacin (Amikin)
b. Kanamycin (Kantrex)
c. Neomycin (Neomycin)
d. Paromomycin (Humatin)
ANS: C
Neomycin is used for topical treatment of infections of the eye, ear, and skin.
Amikacin, kanamycin, and paromomycin are not topical treatments and are not indicated for eye infections.
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