Chapter 53 Topical Drugs Used in the Treatment of Skin Disorders

1. Which of the following topical anti-infective drugs is correctly paired with the infection it is used to treat? Select all that apply:

1. A)  Erythromycin (Erygel) – acne vulgaris
2. B)  Ketoconazole (Nizoral) – episodes of HSV
3. C)  Ciclopirox (Loprox) – tinea pedis
4. D)  Acyclovir (Zovirax) – episodes of HSV
5. 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:

1. A)  Pruritis
2. B)  Urticaria
3. C)  Vomiting
4. D)  Erythema
5. 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:

1. A)  Mupirocin (Bactoban)
2. B)  Acyclovir (Zovirax)
3. C)  Ketoconazole (Nizoral)
4. D)  Metronidazole (Metro-Gel)
5. E)  Retapamulin (Altabax)

   4. A nurse may use a topical antiseptic or germicide for which of the following reasons? Select all that apply:

1. A)  To reduce the number of bacteria on skin surfaces
2. B)  As a surgical scrub
3. C)  As a preoperative skin cleanser
4. D)  For washing the hands before and after caring for clients
5. 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:

1. A)  Chlorhexidine (Hibiclens)
2. B)  Fluocinonide (Lidex)
3. C)  Hexachlorophene (pHisoHex)
4. D)  Imiquimod (Aldara)
5. E)  Ketoconazole (Nizoral)