Chapter 53- Topical Drugs Used in the Treatment of Skin Disorders

Ford Roach's Introductory Clinical Pharmacology 9th Edition by Susan M. Ford

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Chapter 53- Topical Drugs Used in the Treatment of Skin Disorders

 

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

 

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

 

1. Which of the following topical anti-infective drugs is correctly paired with the infection it is used to treat? Select all that apply:
  A) Erythromycin (Erygel) – acne vulgaris
  B) Ketoconazole (Nizoral) – episodes of HSV
  C) Ciclopirox (Loprox) – tinea pedis
  D) Acyclovir (Zovirax) – episodes of HSV
  E) Bacitracin (Baci-Rx) – tinea corporis

 

2. The nurse might suspect a hypersensitivity reaction has occurred in a client using azelaic acid (Azelex) if the client experiences a combination of which of the following? Select all that apply:
  A) Pruritis
  B) Urticaria
  C) Vomiting
  D) Erythema
  E) Mental status changes

 

3. Which of the following anti-infectives can be used topically to treat Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes infections of the skin? Select all that apply:
  A) Mupirocin (Bactoban)
  B) Acyclovir (Zovirax)
  C) Ketoconazole (Nizoral)
  D) Metronidazole (Metro-Gel)
  E) Retapamulin (Altabax)

 

4. A nurse may use a topical antiseptic or germicide for which of the following reasons? Select all that apply:
  A) To reduce the number of bacteria on skin surfaces
  B) As a surgical scrub
  C) As a preoperative skin cleanser
  D) For washing the hands before and after caring for clients
  E) On minor cuts and abrasions to prevent infection

 

5. Which of the following might a nurse use to clean his or her hands before and after caring for a client? Select all that apply:
  A) Chlorhexidine (Hibiclens)
  B) Fluocinonide (Lidex)
  C) Hexachlorophene (pHisoHex)
  D) Imiquimod (Aldara)
  E) Ketoconazole (Nizoral)

Answer Key

 

1. A, C, D
2. A, B, D
3. A, E
4. A, B, C, D, E
5. A, C

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