The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer a Topical Application of 1

question 21

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing to administer a topical application of 1 ml of nystatin (Mycostatin) to an infant with oral thrush.Which actions should the nurse plan to implement?

• A) Administer after a feeding.
• B) Use a sponge applicator to swab the oral mucosa and tongue.
• C) Administer after warming the medication under running warm water.
• D) If white patches are no longer present, hold the medication.
• E) Deposit the remainder of the dose in the mouth with a syringe so the infant swallows a small amount.

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