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The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer a Topical Application of 1

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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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