A child has eczema. Which of the following would be an appropriate nursing intervention to include in the care of this child?

Question

1. Applying hydrocortisone ointment 1% per order
2. Applying nystatin topical ointment per order
3. Applying lotrimin ointment per order
4. Applying silvadene cream per order

Answer 1

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Rationale:
1. Topical corticosteroids are used to reduce inflammation when the child has eczema. Hydrocortisone 1% is usually the drug of choice.
2. Nystatin and lotrimin ointments are used to treat fungal infections. Topical corticosteroids, such as hydrocortisone 1%, are used to reduce inflammation in the child with eczema.
3. Nystatin and lotrimin ointments are used to treat fungal infections. Topical corticosteroids, such as hydrocortisone 1%, are used to reduce inflammation in the child with eczema.
4. Silvadene cream is used for burns. Topical corticosteroids, such as hydrocortisone 1%, are used to reduce inflammation in the child with eczema.