Antimicrobial classifications
Antimicrobial classifications ( 11 Questions)
A nurse is educating a client who has tinea pedis about the use of terbinafine cream. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
This statement indicates that the client understands the proper use of terbinafine cream for tinea pedis, which is a fungal infection of the feet. Terbinafine cream is an antifungal agent that works by killing the fungus or preventing its growth. According to a study, terbinafine 1% cream applied once daily for 7 days is effective in treating interdigital tinea pedis, but some sources recommend applying it twice daily for 2 weeks.
Choice B is wrong because washing the feet with soap and water before applying the cream is not necessary and may cause irritation or dryness of the skin.
Choice C is wrong because covering the affected area with a bandage after applying the cream is not advised and may create a moist environment that favors fungal growth.
Choice D is wrong because itching or burning are common side effects of terbinafine cream and do not indicate an allergic reaction or a need to stop using the cream. However, if the symptoms are severe or persist, the client should contact their health care provider.
This statement indicates that the client understands the proper use of terbinafine cream for tinea pedis, which is a fungal infection of the feet. Terbinafine cream is an antifungal agent that works by killing the fungus or preventing its growth. According to a study, terbinafine 1% cream applied once daily for 7 days is effective in treating interdigital tinea pedis, but some sources recommend applying it twice daily for 2 weeks.
Choice B is wrong because washing the feet with soap and water before applying the cream is not necessary and may cause irritation or dryness of the skin.
Choice C is wrong because covering the affected area with a bandage after applying the cream is not advised and may create a moist environment that favors fungal growth.
Choice D is wrong because itching or burning are common side effects of terbinafine cream and do not indicate an allergic reaction or a need to stop using the cream. However, if the symptoms are severe or persist, the client should contact their health care provider.