A female patient tells the nurse that she thinks she has a vaginal infection because she has noted inflammation of her vulva and a yellow-green discharge.
The nurse recognizes that the clinical manifestations described are typical of what vaginal infections?
A) Trichomonas vaginalis
B) Candidiasis
C) Gardnerella
D) Chlamydial infection
Question 2
A middle-aged female patient has sought care because she has itchy, reddened areas on the backs of both of her hands and most of her fingers.
On closer inspection, the nurse notes several cracks in the skin on these regions and observes that the patient's skin is exceptionally dry. What question should the nurse prioritize during this patient's assessment?
A) When did you first begin having this problem?
B) How would you describe your overall level of hygiene?
C) Do any of your coworkers have skin problems?
D) Do you use sunscreen consistently during the summer?
Percussion for Ascites: Shifting Dullness, Patient on Left Side
Urinalysis. During a simple urinalysis, a stick with colored blocks is dipped into a urine specimen.
Entry level nurse competencies
Pigmented bands in nail of patient with dark skin
Medical assistants are often involved in confidential conversations between the physician and the pa