Posted: October 21st, 2017

A pediatric client with burns to the hands and arms has dressing changes with Sulfamylon (mafenide acetate) cream. The nurse is aware that the medication:

A pediatric client with burns to the hands and arms has dressing changes with Sulfamylon (mafenide acetate) cream. The nurse is aware that the medication:

a. Will cause dark staining of the surrounding skin
b. Produces a cooling sensation when applied
c. Can alter the function of the thyroid
d. Produces a burning sensation when applied