A child has eczema.Nursing interventions would include use of
1. hydrocortisone ointment 1%.
2. nystatin topical ointment.
3. lotrimin ointment.
4. silvadene cream.
Answer:1
Rationale: Topical corticosteroids are used to reduce inflammation when the child has eczema.Hydrocortisone 1% is usually the drug of choice.Nystatin and lotrimin ointments are used to treat fungal infections.Silvadene cream is used for burns.
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