The nurse is providing care to a child with folliculitis. What would the nurse expect to administer?
A) Topical mupirocin
B) Oral cephalosporin
C) Intravenous oxacillin
D) Topical Eucerin cream
Ans: A
For folliculitis, topical mupirocin is indicated in conjunction with aggressive hygiene and warm compresses. Oral cephalosporins are used for nonbullous impetigo if there are numerous lesions. Intravenous oxacillin is used for severe cases of staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome. Topical Eucerin cream is used for atopic dermatitis.
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