Mr. Peterson is receiving IV antibiotics (sulfa) for celluli…

Mr. Peterson is receiving IV antibiotics (sulfa) for cellulitis of his leg for 5 days and started to experience general malaise followed by skin changes (painful, purpuric macular rash with blisters) that began on the trunk of his body that spread to his neck, face and arms. What is the most likely cause of the rash?

A 58-year-old patient who has had type 1 diabetes for 20+ ye…

A 58-year-old patient who has had type 1 diabetes for 20+ year’s duration is admitted with bilateral, lower leg venous ulcerations, an ABI two years ago was 1.4. The admitting orders include application of a multi-layer compression wrap. Before applying the wrap, the wound care specialist should: