A prescriber has written an order for the administration of a topical drug for a pediatric patient. The most significant nursing implication in the administration of topical agents for the pediatric patient is
a. topical agents are contraindicated for pediatric patients.
b. topical agents are absorbed slowly and erratically.
c. there is an increased risk of toxicity with the use of topical agents.
d. there is a decreased risk of toxicity, because as topical agents are among the safest medications for children.
C
There is an increased risk of toxicity when topical agents are used in children because of their thin skin.
Topical agents are not contraindicated in the pediatric patient, although they should be adminis-tered with care because of the increased risk for toxicity.
Topical agents are not absorbed slowly and erratically.
There is an increased risk of toxicity when topical agents are used in children, not a decreased risk of toxicity.
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