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What term is used interchangeably with oleaginous bases?
What term is used interchangeably with oleaginous bases?
- Occlusive dressings
- Paraffin bases
- Hydrocarbon bases (correct)
- Emollient bases
What effect do oleaginous bases have when applied to the skin?
What effect do oleaginous bases have when applied to the skin?
- Antibacterial effect
- Drying effect
- Emollient effect (correct)
- Exfoliating effect
Why are hydrocarbon ointment bases difficult to wash off from the skin?
Why are hydrocarbon ointment bases difficult to wash off from the skin?
- High solubility in water
- Neutral pH
- Immiscibility with water (correct)
- Low viscosity
What is the maximum recommended concentration of water that may be incorporated into hydrocarbon bases?
What is the maximum recommended concentration of water that may be incorporated into hydrocarbon bases?
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What property makes hydrocarbon bases difficult to apply to wet surfaces?
What property makes hydrocarbon bases difficult to apply to wet surfaces?
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