Nutrition, comfort and end of lifeQuestion 462 of 1700
You apply a topical medicine from a jar. How should you take it out?
- Dip your gloved fingers into the jar and take some out
- Scoop it with a medicine spoon into a medicine cup
- Squeeze it from the jar onto your gloved hand
- Use a clean cotton swab for each scoop from the jar
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Correct answer: Scoop it with a medicine spoon into a medicine cup
Never put your hands directly into the jar.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 6.8: Skills Checklist- Topical Medications
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026