A nurse is providing education to a patient who is beginning therapy with testosterone gel. What statement made by the patient demonstrates a need for further teaching?
a. "I should not shower or swim for at least 5 to 6 hours after application."
b. "I should avoid direct skin-to-skin contact with my spouse where the medication was applied."
c. "I should have my blood drawn for laboratory tests in 14 days."
d. "I should apply the entire contents of the packet to my genitals."
ANS: D
The medication should be applied to the arms and upper torso, not to the genitalia; this statement indicates a need for further teaching. The patient should be instructed not to shower, bathe, or swim for 5 to 6 hours after applying the medication. The patient should be instructed to keep areas where the medication was applied covered to prevent direct skin-to-skin contact with others. The patient should be advised to return to the clinic within 2 weeks for blood tests.
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