Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 1228 of 2368

An infant's diaper dermatitis has not healed after several days of frequent diaper changes and barrier cream. Which order does the nurse anticipate?

  1. An oral antifungal
  2. A topical steroid cream
  3. An intravenous antibiotic
  4. An oral steroid
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Correct answer: A topical steroid cream

If diaper dermatitis does not heal in a few days with moisture control, a topical steroid cream may be recommended.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Other Childhood Disorders: Implementation (Take Action). Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026