The nurse teaches the patient about the correct use of a topical anesthetic for a skin condition. The nurse determines that learning has occurred when the patient makes which statement(s)?
1. "This lotion should only be used on small areas of skin."
2. "I must wear gloves when I apply the lotion."
3. "This lotion works well on cuts too."
4. "I must wash my hands before touching my eyes."
5. "It's all right to use a lotion after the expiration date."
Correct Answer: 1,4
Rationale: Topical anesthetics must be kept away from the eyes unless they are ophthalmic preparations, and injury could result if topical anesthetics are applied to large areas of skin. Topical anesthetics should be applied to intact skin only, not on cuts. Drugs, including lotions, should not be used past the expiration date. The nurse, not the patient, must wear gloves when applying topical anesthetics.
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