The nurse is preparing to remove a previously applied topical medication from a client. The rationale for removing previously applied topical medications before applying new medications is to
A. decrease the possibility of absorption on the nurse’s skin.
B. allow distribution of medication.
C. prevent soiling of the client’s clothes.
D. avoid administering more than the prescribed dos
参考答案：D
解析：The nurse should remove previously applied topical medications before applying new medications to prevent accumulation of medication that exceeds the prescribed dose. Wearing gloves will decrease the possibility of absorption on the nurse’s skin. Spreading topical medications evenly will allow for distribution of medication. Placing a dressing, if allowable, over the medication will prevent soiling of client’s clothes.