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Topical steroid fingertip unit — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A parent is worried about applying topical steroid to a child's eczema flare. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: E — Apply a thin layer using fingertip-unit guidance for the prescribed duration

Topical steroid counselling should balance adequate treatment with safe quantity and duration. In this vignette, "Apply a thin layer using fingertip-unit guidance for the prescribed duration" is the safest single best answer. The other options are less appropriate because they miss the key clinical risk, conflict with UK medicines guidance, or delay needed review.

Reference: BNF; NICE CKS; GPhC Standards