Author Question: A preschool-age child is being seen for a rash that occurred after the mother applied a sunscreen ... (Read 42 times)

schs14 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

A preschool-age child is being seen for a rash that occurred after the mother applied a sunscreen prior to permitting the child to swim at the beach. For which type of allergic reaction should the nurse prepare teaching materials for the mother?

A) Autoimmunity
B) Atopic dermatitis
C) Contact dermatitis
D) Delayed hypersensitivity

Question 2

The adolescent continues to develop self-concept and self-esteem. Which of the following is most important to a teen's self-esteem?

A) Strong authority figures
B) Spirituality
C) Morals and values
D) Body image

succesfull · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback:
Contact dermatitis is an example of a delayed or type IV hypersensitivity response. It is a reaction to skin contact with an allergen. The allergen causing the irritation is often suggested by the part of the child's body that is affected. The sunscreen caused the contact dermatitis in the patient. Autoimmunity is the result of the immune system to distinguish self from nonself, causing the immune system to carry out immune responses against normal cells and tissue rather than invading antigens. Individuals with atopic dermatitis are prone to all types of allergic responses. Three disorders occur most frequently: hay fever, eczema, and asthma. Delayed hypersensitivity occurs without an accompanying humoral response. This response causes transplant rejection.

Answer to Question 2

D
Feedback:
Self-concept and self-esteem are tied to body image many times. Adolescents who perceive their body as being different than peers or as less than ideal may view themselves negatively. Sexual characteristics are important to the adolescent's self-concept and body image. Authority figures, spirituality, and morals and values play a role in development of self-esteem, but body image is most influential in the development of self-concept/self-esteem.