The "K" test for dosage of topical medication
Shelley, W.B.; Shelley, E.D.
Cutis 60(1): 40
1997
ISSN/ISBN: 0011-4162 PMID: 9252733 Document Number: 477502
Firmly pressing a sheet of Kleenex to the skin after applying a cream of ointment aids the patient in dosing properly. A positive "K" test results when the Kleenex is soiled, indicating that a wasteful amount of salve has been used.
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