The home care nurse is observing a mother prepare mupirocin (Bactroban) to treat a preschool-aged child's skin rash. At which point should the nurse stop the mother during the preparation of the medication?
A) Mother washes the lesions before using the medication.
B) Mother washes own hands after touching the child's rash.
C) Mother is still using the medication on day 9 of the infection.
D) Mother measures out a teaspoon of the medication for the child to take orally.
D
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Mupirocin (Bactroban) is a topical antibiotic and should not be taken orally. The mother should wash the lesions before applying the medication. The mother should wash the hands before and after applying the medication or touching the rash. The mother should use the medication for the full course even though the rash and lesions might appear healed.
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