A primary care nurse practitioner (NP) prescribes a topical cream medication. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of proper application of this medication?
a. "I should apply this medication after bathing."
b. "I need to use a tongue blade to apply this medication."
c. "I should apply this medication liberally to all affected areas."
d. "I will apply this medication using circular strokes to ensure absorption."
A
For optimal absorption of topical medications, apply them to moist skin either immediately after bathing or after wet soaks. A tongue blade is used for topicals in paste form. Topical medications should be applied in a thin layer, not liberally. Topical medications should be applied using long, downward strokes because back-and-forth strokes can cause irritation.
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