A patient has sustained a burn from a gas grill. She has been prescribed a sulfonamide to prevent a burn infection. What route is preferred in the prevention of a burn infection?
A) Intrathecal
B) Topical
C) Parenteral
D) Oral
B
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Topical sulfonamides are used in prevention of burn wound infections. Sulfonamides are not administered intrathecally. Parenteral and oral administrations are not recommended for the prevention of a burn infection.
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