The nurse is providing education for a patient diagnosed with venereal warts. The patient was prescribed Condylox (podofilox) for treatment. Which statement made by the nurse is correct regarding this medication?
a. "This medication is to be taken daily by mouth."
b. "Apply to the affected area as needed with a cotton-tipped applicator."
c. "Apply solution or gel to venereal warts morning and evening with a cotton-tipped applicator."
d. "Apply medication with a cotton-tipped applicator and then wipe off after 30 minutes."
ANS: C
Apply solution or gel to venereal warts (condylomata acuminatum or HPV) morning and evening with a cotton-tipped applicator.
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