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Title: A child is diagnosed with atopic dermatitis (AD). What content would be included in the patients ...
Post by: jessicacav on Aug 28, 2021

A child is diagnosed with atopic dermatitis (AD). What content would be included in the patient’s education regarding this disorder? (Select all that apply.)

◦ Identification of triggers that bring about flare-ups
◦ The importance of keeping the skin well hydrated
◦ Recognizing the early symptoms of a bacterial infection
◦ The role of intravenous corticosteroids in managing this disorder
◦ Interventions to prevent the development of a secondary fungal infection

Title: A child is diagnosed with atopic dermatitis (AD). What content would be included in the patients ...
Post by: bpool94 on Aug 28, 2021

Management of individuals with AD includes accurate diagnosis, comprehensive evaluation of triggers, and response to treatment. Skin hydration is the key to good therapy. Antiinflammatory agents, such as topical, not intravenous, corticosteroids or tar preparations, are necessary during active flares of eczema. Individuals with AD also tend to develop viral, bacterial, and fungal skin infections in the eczematous areas.