A client has a minor infection of the skin around the fingernails. What can the nurse suggest the client use for this infection? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
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Bacitracin ointment and Neomycin with polymyxin B (Neosporin) ointment are both topical antibiotic ointments that can be used to treat minor skin infections, including those around the fingernails. Benzoyl peroxide (Benzac) is used to treat acne, Sulphacetamide is used to treat eye infections, and Acyclovir (Zovirax) is used to treat viral infections such as herpes.

A Client Has a Minor Infection of the Skin Around