The mother of a 5-year-old child with eczema is getting a ...

[jace]

The mother of a 5-year-old child with eczema is getting a check-up for her child before school starts. Which of the following will the nurse do during the visit?
 
  A) Change the bandage on a cut on the child's hand.
  B) Assess the compliance with treatment regimens.
  C) Discuss systemic corticosteroid therapy.
  D) Assess the child's fluid volume.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a child who is taking corticosteroids for systematic lupus erythematosus. The nurse carefully monitors the child's condition because the nurse is aware that corticosteroids can have what major action?
 
  A) They increase liver enzymes.
  B) They can mask signs of infection.
  C) They cause bone marrow suppression.
  D) They decrease renal function.

[mceravolo]

Answer to Question 1

B
Response:
Maintaining proper therapy for eczema can be exhausting both physically and mentally. Therefore, it is essential for the nurse to assess compliance and support the parents' ability to cope if necessary. Changing a bandage is not part of a health maintenance visit. Hydration is important for a child with eczema; however, fluid volume is not the focus at this visit. Systemic corticosteroid therapy is rarely used, and the success of the current therapy needs to be assessed first.

Answer to Question 2

B
Response:
Corticosteroids may mask signs of infection. Cytotoxic drugs cause bone marrow suppression. NSAIDs can increase liver enzymes and decrease renal function.

[jace]

Great answer, keep it coming

[ricroger]

Excellent