A Patient Is Taking Azithromycin to Treat a Chancroid Infection

question 3

Multiple Choice

A patient is taking azithromycin to treat a chancroid infection.What nonpharmacologic measures will the nurse recommend as adjunct therapy to treat this infection?

• A)Apply a bacteriostatic ointment to the lesions twice daily.
• B)Avoid washing the lesions to prevent spread of the infection.
• C)Cover the lesions with gauze at all times to minimize discomfort.
• D)Use compresses to remove necrotic material and clean the lesions 3 times daily.

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Definitions:

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Mittelschmerz

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