An older patient with oral candidiasis is prescribed Nystatin. Which actions will the nurse take when using this preparation with the patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Plan to use the medication four times a day for 2 weeks.
2. Soak dentures in 1 mL of the medication and water for at least 6 hours.
3. Teach to hold the solution in the mouth and swish for 2 minutes before swallowing.
4. Coat the gums and tongue with the medication and rinse with water after 5 minutes.
5. Provide the medication as a troche to be used twice a day if the patient has diabetes.
1,2,3
Rationale: The usual treatment with Nystatin in four times a day for 2 weeks.
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