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Awilson837 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse is assisting in the collection of fluid from a client's blister. The nurse should explain that the specimen will be sent for a Tzanck test, which is done to:

1. diagnose fungal infections.
2. diagnose scabies.
3. identify bacterial infections.
4. identify herpes infections.

Question 2

While bathing an elderly client, the nurse observes the presence of various age-related skin changes. Which skin change should be of concern to the nurse?

1. Senile lentigines
2. Actinic keratosis
3. Seborrheic keratosis
4. Skin tags

Chelseyj.hasty · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 4

1. Identification of fungal infections requires a skin scraping.
2. Identification of scabies requires a skin scraping.
3. Bacterial infections are identified through culture and sensitivity testing.
4. The Tzanck test identifies herpes infection.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2

1. Senile lentigines (liver spots) are normal with aging, and benign.
2. Actinic keratoses are reddish, raised plaques that can become malignant and should be checked frequently.
3. Seborrheic keratosis (dark, raised lesions) is normal with aging, and benign.
4. Skin tags (excess flaps of skin) are normal with aging, and benign.