CDT Topical Medication Administration 2

Question 1

Which vehicle type is most appropriate for delivering medication to a hairy area of the body?

Accepted Answer

Solution or lotion

Answer

Solutions and lotions are preferred for hairy areas because they penetrate hair follicles more easily and are less occlusive than thicker formulations.

Question 2

A patient reports burning and stinging immediately after applying a topical corticosteroid to the face. The most appropriate first action is to:

Accepted Answer

Document and report the reaction to the provider

Answer

Burning and stinging after topical corticosteroid application should be documented and reported to the supervising provider, as it may indicate irritation or an adverse reaction.

Question 3

What does the term 'vehicle' refer to in a topical medication formulation?

Accepted Answer

The inactive base that carries the active drug

Answer

The vehicle is the inactive base (such as water, oil, or alcohol) that carries the active drug and determines how it penetrates and distributes across the skin.

Question 4

Topical tacrolimus (Protopic) is classified as a:

Accepted Answer

Topical calcineurin inhibitor

Answer

Tacrolimus is a topical calcineurin inhibitor used for atopic dermatitis that works by suppressing T-cell activation without the side effects of corticosteroids.

Question 5

When instructing a patient to apply a topical medication to the periorbital area, which caution is most critical?

Accepted Answer

Avoid getting the medication into the eyes

Answer

Periorbital application requires extreme caution to prevent medication from contacting the eyes, as many topical agents can cause serious ocular damage.

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CDT Topical Medication Administration 2