The nurse instructs a parent on the care of a superficial burn. The parent should be taught to:
a. Apply a topical antimicrobial
b. Apply cool compresses and soothing lotion
c. Apply Silvadene
d. Apply Sulfamylon
B
A superficial burn does not require a topical antimicrobial. The cool compresses will cool the skin, and the lotion will provide relief. Silvadene and Sulfamylon are not used for superficial burns.
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