A nurse is preparing to insert an IV catheter after applying an eutectic mixture of lidocaine and prilocaine (EMLA), a topical anesthetic cream. What action should the nurse take to maximize its therapeutic effect?
A. use the smallest amount of cream necessary to numb the skin surface
B. leave the cream on the skin for 1 to 2 hours before the procedure
C. cover the skin with a gauze dressing after applying the cream
D. rub a liberal amount of cream into the skin thoroughly
Answer: B. leave the cream on the skin for 1 to 2 hours before the procedure
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