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Question:

A nurse is caring for a patient with 2nd degree burns all over her body. The nurse knows that which of the following measures is appropriate when the patient is prescribed application of silver sulfadiazine cream?
SELECT ALL THAT APPLY:

A The nurse checks the patient’s chart for allergies to sulfa medications.
explanation

Any patient allergic to sulfa will be allergic to the cream, which is treatment for burns. As it is applied, it causes a burning sensation as a normal side effect. A consent form is unnecessary. Sterile technique for burns is recommended. Labs need to be drawn to check for neutropenia as a complication of the medication. Patients should be pre-medicated before having treatment for burns.

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