Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 68%
Simulated
The nurse is applying silver sulfadiazine (Silvadene) to a child with severe burns to arms and legs. Which side effect should the nurse be monitoring for?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Urine sulfa crystals. When applied to extensive areas, silver sulfadiazine may cause a transient neutropenia, as well as renal function changes with sulfa crystals production and kernicterus.