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frankwu

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on: Jun 28, 2018
Tinea capitis (ringworm), frequently found in schoolchildren, is caused by a(n):
 
  a. virus.
  b. fungus.
  c. allergic reaction.
  d. bacterial infection.

Question 2

The nurse is taking care of a 7-year-old child with herpes simplex virus (type 1 or 2). Which prescribed medication should the nurse expect to be included in the treatment plan?
 
  a. Corticosteroids
  b. Oral griseofulvin
  c. Oral antiviral agent
  d. Topical and/or systemic antibiotic


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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Ringworm is caused by a group of closely related filamentous fungi that invade primarily the stratum corneum, hair, and nails. They are superficial infections that live on, not in, the skin. Virus and bacterial infection are not the causative organisms for ringworm. Ringworm is not an allergic response.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Oral antiviral agents are effective for viral infections such as herpes simplex. Corticosteroids are not effective for viral infections. Griseofulvin is an antifungal agent and not effective for viral infections. Antibiotics are not effective in viral diseases.


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