Before applying mafenide acetate (Sulfamylon) to a client's burns, the nurse should plan to:

A)

premedicate client with pain medication.
B)

check client for allergies to codeine.
C)

wear protective clothing to avoid staining.
D)

have client wear a facial mask.


A
Explanation:

A)

Application of this drug is painful and often causes burning. Client should be checked for sulfa allergies. Silver nitrate solutions cause staining. A mask is not necessary.
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B)

Application of this drug is painful and often causes burning. Client should be checked for sulfa allergies. Silver nitrate solutions cause staining. A mask is not necessary.
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C)

Application of this drug is painful and often causes burning. Client should be checked for sulfa allergies. Silver nitrate solutions cause staining. A mask is not necessary.
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D)

Application of this drug is painful and often causes burning. Client should be checked for sulfa allergies. Silver nitrate solutions cause staining. A mask is not necessary.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Pharmacological and Parenteral therapies

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