Author Question: The rash in roseola is pruritic. Which of the following measures would you teach the father to ... (Read 110 times)

Cooldude101 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The rash in roseola is pruritic. Which of the following measures would you teach the father to provide comfort?

A) Dress the child warmly to bring out the rash so that it fades quickly.
B) Apply cool compresses to the skin to stop local itching.
C) Discuss with the child the importance of not scratching lesions.
D) Administer infant aspirin every 4 hours as necessary for comfort.

Question 2

A pediatrician diagnoses a 6-year-old boy with Henoch-Schnlein purpura. The nurse explains to the patient's parents that although there is not a specific laboratory test for the disorder, the following are clinical findings.

Select all answers that apply.
A) Low platelet count
B) Low white blood cell count
C) Elevated serum IgA level
D) Elevated sedimentation rate