When educating the client on how to use medication

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A nurse is caring for a client with scabies for which a topical medication has been prescribed. When educating the client on how to use the medication, which should the nurse tell the client regarding the application? Do not bathe or rinse off for 24 hours. Use gloves to apply. Apply medication in a thick layer and cover with gauze or sterile wrapping. Remove medication every 12 hours and reapply.

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