A Patient Is Being Treated with Topical Amlexanox Paste 5

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient is being treated with topical amlexanox paste 5% (Zilactin) .Which statement by the patient indicates a knowledge deficit?

• A) "This medicine will help control discomfort."
• B) "I will apply the paste before meals."
• C) "The paste will be applied to each lesion."
• D) "Healing will be promoted."

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Definitions:

Side Rails

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