Final answer:
Silver nitrate is the topical antibiotic listed among the options that is traditionally used for treating burns. Silvadene cream, which contains silver, is notably used in burn care for preventing infections.The correct answer is options 1.
Step-by-step explanation:
The question asks about the topical antibiotic used for treating burns. Among the options provided, one such treatment is Silver nitrate, known for its antiseptic properties. Historically, silver has been recognized for its healing effects on wounds and burn injuries. Silvadene cream, which contains silver, is commonly used to prevent infection in burn wounds, displaying effectiveness in topical wound care.
Bacitracin is another antibiotic mentioned, which is often included in products such as Neosporin, an ointment commonly used for skin injuries. It is effective against a wide range of bacteria, particularly gram-positive organisms found on the skin. However, when discussing burns specifically, Silver nitrate is the more traditionally recognized treatment among the options listed.
While not listed in the options, other antibiotic creams are now more commonly used for prevention of eye infections in newborns. Silver nitrate ointments were once the standard for this purpose but have been largely replaced by these antibiotics for prophylaxis against ophthalmia neonatorum.