A Nursing Student Asks a Nurse Why Systemic Antibiotics and Not

question 6

Multiple Choice

A nursing student asks a nurse why systemic antibiotics and not topical antiseptic agents are used to treat localized skin infections. Which statement by the student indicates a need for further teaching?

• A) "Systemic agents are not affected by wound exudates."
• B) "Systemic agents penetrate to the site of infection."
• C) "Topical agents can damage inflamed or abraded tissues."
• D) "Topical agents work only against established local infections."

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