Author Question: The nurse is teaching a group of adolescents at a local high school about skin infections. Which ... (Read 87 times)

colton · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse is teaching a group of adolescents at a local high school about skin infections. Which students does the nurse identify as at an increased risk for developing cellulitis?

Select all that apply.
A) The female student who plucks her eyebrows.
B) The student with diabetes.
C) The student practicing hand hygiene.
D) The student who squeezes pimples.
E) The student who engages in contact sports.

Question 2

The nurse is providing care to a client who is receiving nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. When providing care to this client, which actions by the nurse are appropriate?

Select all that apply.
A) Monitoring for signs of allergic reaction
B) Assuring the client that there is no relationship between NSAIDs and heart disease
C) Encouraging the client to take with a full glass of water, milk, or small snack to help avoid GI distress
D) Monitoring for signs of renal problems
E) Advising against abrupt discontinuation of drugs

trampas · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: A, B, D

The student who plucks hair risks an infected hair follicle, which can lead to cellulitis, as can squeezing pimples. The student with diabetes is at risk for foot lesions, which can lead to cellulitis if left untreated. Hand hygiene does not pose a risk for cellulitis. Contact sports do not pose a risk for cellulitis.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A, C, D, E

When providing care to a client who is receiving any medication, it is important to monitor the client for signs of an allergic reaction. Taking NSAIDs with food may help reduce irritation of the stomach and prevent an ulcer. If you take NSAIDs in high doses, the reduced blood flow can permanently damage your kidneys and it can eventually lead to kidney failure and require dialysis. Abrupt discontinuation can have serious side effects. NSAIDs have been linked to heart failure; therefore, this action by the nurse is not appropriate when providing care to this client.