Week 4: topical medications

Question 1

types of Topical Medication Applications

Answer 1

Ear Instillation
Eye Instillation
Skin Application
Nasal Instillation
Vaginal Instillation
Rectal Instillation

Question 2

medication forms commonly prepared for the administration by the topical route include…

Answer 2

Ointments
Liniments
Lotions
Pastes
Transdermal discs or patches

Question 3

lotions, oils, and creams

Answer 3

• lightly spread them onto the surface
• rubbing often causes irritation

Question 4

liniment

Answer 4

• rubbing gently but firmly into the skin
• dust a powder over top to cover affected area
• after application assess skin thoroughly

Question 5

transdermal patch

Answer 5

• remains for extended periods of time
• assess pt skin prior to placing new patch
• many patches are clear

Question 6

ear instillation for child 3 yrs younger

Answer 6

pull auricle backward then downward

Question 7

ear instillation for adults and child over 3 yrs

Answer 7

pull auricle upward and then backward