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Sportsfan2111

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Which nursing action is accurate when applying a 5 permethrin lotion to a toddler with scabies?
 
  1. Applying the lotion to the scalp, forehead, and everywhere below the chin
  2. Applying the lotion only on the areas with evidence of activity
  3. Applying the lotion only to the hands
  4. Applying the lotion only to the scalp only

Question 2

While assessing a 10-month-old infant, the nurse notices that the sclerae have a yellowish tint. Which organ system would require more in-depth assessment based on this finding?
 
  1. Hepatic
  2. Cardiac
  3. Genitourinary
  4. Respiratory


kbennett34

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Answer to Question 1

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Explanation:
1. Treatment of scabies involves application of a scabicide, such as 5 permethrin lotion, over the entire body from the chin down. The scabicide is also applied to the scalp and forehead of younger children, avoiding the rest of the face.
2. Treatment of scabies involves application of a scabicide, such as 5 permethrin lotion, over the entire body from the chin down, as well as the scalp and forehead.
3. Treatment of scabies involves application of a scabicide, such as 5 permethrin lotion, over the entire body from the chin down, including the scalp and forehead.
4. Treatment of scabies involves application of a scabicide, such as 5 permethrin lotion, over the entire body from the chin down, as well as the scalp and forehead.

Answer to Question 2

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Explanation:
1. This infant's sclerae are showing signs of jaundice, which most likely is secondary to a failure or malfunction of the liver or hepatic system.
2. Cyanosis of the skin and mucous membranes is generally a sign of problems with the cardiac and/or respiratory system.
3. Tenting of the skin and dry mucous membranes could be signs of dehydration, and edema could be a sign of fluid overload. Both of these conditions could be secondary to problems with functioning of the genitourinary system.
4. Cyanosis of the skin and mucous membranes is generally a sign of problems with the cardiac and/or respiratory system.



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