What should the nurse teach a patient regarding the application of capsaicin cream (Zostrix) to the skin?
A) Wash hands thoroughly after applying to the skin
B) You may feel drowsy after applying to the skin
C) Cover the cream with a dressing to prevent contamination
D) Lie down after applying to the skin because it can cause tachycardia
A
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a. Contact the provider to report systemic anticholinergic side effects. b. Discontinue the aerosol treatment imme-diately. c. Notify the provider of a possible allergic reaction. d. Reassure the patient that these are ex-pected side effects.
A nurse is arrested for possession of illegal drugs. What kind of law is involved with this type of activity?
A) Civil B) Private C) Public D) Criminal
A local infection occurs in:
a. The person's neighborhood b. A body part c. The whole body d. Normal flora