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Author Question: What should the nurse stress to the mother of a child with impetigo? a. The condition is caused ... (Read 18 times)

aabwk4

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on: Jun 28, 2018
What should the nurse stress to the mother of a child with impetigo?
 
  a. The condition is caused by the herpes simplex virus type I.
  b. The crusts on the lesions should be left in place.
  c. The lesions may spread, but the disease is not contagious.
  d. Small cuts and bites should be treated promptly.

Question 2

An adolescent is at the pediatrician's office because he has been experiencing intense itching, particularly in the axilla and between the fingers. The itching is worse during the night and he has not been sleeping well. With what is this symptom associat
 
  a. Scabies
  b. Pediculosis capitis
  c. Tinea corporis
  d. Eczema


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

ANS: D
Small cuts and bites should be treated promptly to prevent the invasions of the bacteria that cause impetigo. The crusts from the lesions should be gently removed. The disease is contagious.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Intense itching, especially at night, is characteristic of scabies.


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