When administering a topical antifungal via the vaginal route, what action would the nurse take?
A) Place the patient in left lateral Sims' position.
B) Applied using sterile technique
C) Administered high into the vagina.
D) Insert a tampon after insertion.
C
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Vaginal antifungals should be administered high into the vagina. The patient should be placed in a recumbent position for insertion. Clean technique (not sterile) should be used. Inserting a tampon after administration is not necessary.
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