This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: A client is being treated with corticosteroids for contact dermatitis. The client asks how to avoid ... (Read 117 times)

ereecah

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 530
A client is being treated with corticosteroids for contact dermatitis. The client asks how to avoid contact dermatitis. Which statements by the nurse are appropriate to indicate how contact dermatitis is caused?(Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Latex
  2. Jewelry
  3. Perfume
  4. Peanuts
  5. Lactose

Question 2

A client has been prescribed tretinoin (Retin-A). What will the nurse include in the client teaching?(Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Do not use this medication if pregnant.
  2. Avoid using vitamin C supplements.
  3. Increase intake of vitamin A.
  4. Avoid exposure to the sun.
  5. Do not take with oral contraceptives.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

komodo7

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 322
Answer to Question 1

1, 2, 3

Rationale 1: Contact dermatitis is a delayed type of allergic reaction resulting from exposure to specific allergens, for example, perfume, cosmetics, detergents, latex, or jewelry. Accompanying the allergic reaction might be various degrees of cracking, bleeding, or small blisters.
Rationale 2: Contact dermatitis is a delayed type of allergic reaction resulting from exposure to specific allergens, for example, perfume, cosmetics, detergents, latex, or jewelry. Accompanying the allergic reaction might be various degrees of cracking, bleeding, or small blisters.
Rationale 3: Contact dermatitis is a delayed type of allergic reaction resulting from exposure to specific allergens, for example, perfume, cosmetics, detergents, latex, or jewelry. Accompanying the allergic reaction might be various degrees of cracking, bleeding, or small blisters.
Rationale 4:Peanuts is incorrect because peanuts do not cause contact dermatitis.
Rationale 5:Lactose is incorrect because lactosedoes not cause contact dermatitis.

Global Rationale: Contact dermatitis is a delayed type of allergic reaction resulting from exposure to specific allergens, for example, perfume, cosmetics, detergents, latex, or jewelry. Accompanying the allergic reaction might be various degrees of cracking, bleeding, or small blisters.

Answer to Question 2

1, 4

Rationale 1: Retinoids are not recommended during pregnancy because of possible harmful effects to the fetus.
Rationale 2:There is no restriction on vitamin C intake.
Rationale 3:Vitamin A supplements, which increase toxicity, should be avoided.
Rationale 4: A common reaction to retinoids is sensitivity to sunlight.
Rationale 5:Sexually active females are encouraged to take oral contraceptives while on this medication because of its teratogenicity.

Global Rationale: Retinoids are not recommended during pregnancy because of possible harmful effects to the fetus. A common reaction to retinoids is sensitivity to sunlight.




ereecah

  • Member
  • Posts: 530
Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


jackie

  • Member
  • Posts: 324
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

Did you know?

When blood is deoxygenated and flowing back to the heart through the veins, it is dark reddish-blue in color. Blood in the arteries that is oxygenated and flowing out to the body is bright red. Whereas arterial blood comes out in spurts, venous blood flows.

Did you know?

Although not all of the following muscle groups are commonly used, intramuscular injections may be given into the abdominals, biceps, calves, deltoids, gluteals, laterals, pectorals, quadriceps, trapezoids, and triceps.

Did you know?

Though the United States has largely rejected the metric system, it is used for currency, as in 100 pennies = 1 dollar. Previously, the British currency system was used, with measurements such as 12 pence to the shilling, and 20 shillings to the pound.

Did you know?

Hyperthyroidism leads to an increased rate of metabolism and affects about 1% of women but only 0.1% of men. For most people, this increased metabolic rate causes the thyroid gland to become enlarged (known as a goiter).

Did you know?

Excessive alcohol use costs the country approximately $235 billion every year.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library