The client is being treated with clobetasol propionate (Clobex). In scheduling the client's next appointment with the primary care provider, the nurse recognizes that the client's lesions need to be reassessed in _____ weeks
a. 2
b. 4
c. 6
d. 8
ANS: A
The lesions should be reassessed after 2 weeks of treatment with the medication.
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