Application of topical antipruritics includes _________.
a. cleansing the area thoroughly before application, and rubbing the medication in gently
until it vanishes
b. rinsing the mouth with water prior to treatment, and observing NPO status for one
hour after treatment
c. not using on wounds involving more than the superficial layers of skin, and rinsing
thoroughly after use
d. measuring vital signs before and after application
a. cleansing the area thoroughly before application, and rubbing the medication in gently
until it vanishes
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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