A toddler has a few vesicular lesions on his hands that rupture, producing a honey-colored, sticky exudate. Based on this assessment, which medication does the nurse teach the parents about?
A.
Azithromycin (Zithromax)
B.
Amoxicillin/clavulanate (Augmentin)
C.
Doxycycline (Vibramycin)
D.
Mupirocin (Bactroban) ointment
ANS: D
This child has impetigo, which is treated in one of two ways. For limited lesions (which this child has), topical Bactroban is appropriate. For widespread lesions, Augmentin is one of the antibiotics used. Azithromycin and doxycycline are not used.
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