Which of the following is NOT a safety guideline for iontophoresis?

• A. Medication allergies
• B. Caution with sensitive skin/irritation
• C. Dryness or rough skin
• D. Very few insurance companies cover the cost of tx so pts would be given an estimate

Answer: (D)

Safety checks for iontophoresis center on skin condition and drug safety, not on cost or administrative factors. Screening for medication allergies is essential because introducing a drug via electrical current can trigger an allergic or adverse reaction in the area being treated. Being cautious with sensitive skin or existing irritation helps prevent added irritation or burns when the electrical current is applied. Noting dryness or rough skin matters because skin integrity and moisture affect how the current and medication transfer through the skin; compromised or very dry skin increases the risk of irritation or a burn and may require adjusting or postponing treatment. The statement about insurance coverage and providing cost estimates does not pertain to patient safety during the procedure, so it is not a safety guideline.