The patient has developed thick eschar over an electrical burn wound. Which of the following topical antibacterial agents will the nurse expect the physician to order for the wound?
A) Silver sulfadiazine 1% (Silvadene) water-soluble cream
B) Mafenide acetate 10% (Sulfamylon) hydrophilic-based cream
C) Silver nitrate 0.5% aqueous solution
D) Acticoat
Ans: B
Feedback: Mafenide acetate 10% hydrophilic-based cream is the agent of choice for electrical burns because of its ability to penetrate thick eschar.
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