Silver sulfadiazine (Silvadene) is used for the treatment of second- and third-degree burns. The highest priority nursing intervention related to this drug is to monitor for:
a. crystalluria.
b. dehydration.
c. headaches.
d. hypertension.
ANS: A
Extended use of silver sulfadiazine may lead to crystalluria.
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