Question 1

The statement made by a parent indicating an understanding of the topical application of medications for a skin condition is:

Accepted Answer

A)  "I apply the medication after I give my child a bath. " 
B)  "I rub the ointment in a circular motion over the rash. " 
C)  "I increased the amount of cream because the rash was not improving. " 
D)  "I use powder and cornstarch to keep the skin dry. " 
A)  "I apply the medication after I give my child a bath. " 
B)  "I rub the ointment in a circular motion over the rash. " 
C)  "I increased the amount of cream because the rash was not improving. " 
D)  "I use powder and cornstarch to keep the skin dry. "

Question 2

When the 2-day-old infant is noted to have small pustules on her skin,the nurse should:

Accepted Answer

A)  report it immediately because it may be a staphylococcus infection. 
B)  keep the affected area dry and clean. 
C)  teach the parents how to care for seborrheic dermatitis. 
D)  chart the finding as it may be the beginning of a strawberry nevus. 
A)  report it immediately because it may be a staphylococcus infection. 
B)  keep the affected area dry and clean. 
C)  teach the parents how to care for seborrheic dermatitis. 
D)  chart the finding as it may be the beginning of a strawberry nevus.

Question 3

The adolescent girl whose acne is being treated with an antibiotic in addition to topical applications is cautioned by the nurse to expect:

Accepted Answer

A)  lessened effectiveness of oral contraceptives. 
B)  urinary burning and frequency. 
C)  breast engorgement. 
D)  vaginitis. 
A)  lessened effectiveness of oral contraceptives. 
B)  urinary burning and frequency. 
C)  breast engorgement. 
D)  vaginitis.

Question 4

The statement made by a parent indicating the need for further teaching about strategies to control itching for the infant with eczema is:

Accepted Answer

A)  "Wool is the best fabric for the infant's clothing. " 
B)  "I should avoid laundry detergents with fragrances. " 
C)  "I put cotton gloves on the infant's hands. " 
D)  "The infant's fingernails are kept short. " 
A)  "Wool is the best fabric for the infant's clothing. " 
B)  "I should avoid laundry detergents with fragrances. " 
C)  "I put cotton gloves on the infant's hands. " 
D)  "The infant's fingernails are kept short. "

Question 5

What is the correct nursing response to a mother who asks,"How can I get rid of the baby's cradle cap?"

Accepted Answer

A)  "Rub baby oil on the infant's head at night and shampoo the hair the next morning. " 
B)  "Use a brush with firm bristles to loosen the scales on the baby's head several times a day. " 
C)  "Wash the baby's head every night with a dandruff-control shampoo. " 
D)  "Lubricate the baby's head every morning with a small amount of olive oil. " 
A)  "Rub baby oil on the infant's head at night and shampoo the hair the next morning. " 
B)  "Use a brush with firm bristles to loosen the scales on the baby's head several times a day. " 
C)  "Wash the baby's head every night with a dandruff-control shampoo. " 
D)  "Lubricate the baby's head every morning with a small amount of olive oil. "

Question 6

The home health nurse discovers a family infected with pediculosis and helps the mother understand ways to start eradication of the lice,such as:

Accepted Answer

A)  covering the hair with Vaseline. 
B)  applying a soda-vinegar solution to the hair. 
C)  combing through the hair with a vinegar-water solution. 
D)  shampooing the hair with dish detergent. 
A)  covering the hair with Vaseline. 
B)  applying a soda-vinegar solution to the hair. 
C)  combing through the hair with a vinegar-water solution. 
D)  shampooing the hair with dish detergent.

Question 7

The nurse differentiates a type of topical medication that is an oil-based emulsion to be used on dry skin as a(n)_________________.

Accepted Answer

ointment
Ointments a

Question 8

To avoid diaper rash,what would the nurse teach parents? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Use ointments. 
B)  Keep perineum covered at all times. 
C)  Use disposable diapers. 
D)  Avoid plastic bloomers or pants. 
E)  Change diaper frequently. 
A)  Use ointments. 
B)  Keep perineum covered at all times. 
C)  Use disposable diapers. 
D)  Avoid plastic bloomers or pants. 
E)  Change diaper frequently.

Question 9

The nurse speaking to a group of junior high school students informs them that acne can be exacerbated by which drug(s)? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Steroids 
B)  Phenytoin 
C)  Phenobarbital 
D)  Aspirin 
E)  Oral contraceptives 
A)  Steroids 
B)  Phenytoin 
C)  Phenobarbital 
D)  Aspirin 
E)  Oral contraceptives

Question 10

At a 2-month well-child visit,parents ask the nurse about the red area on the infant's neck.They tell the nurse that the mark appeared a few weeks after birth.The nurse recognizes this skin lesion as:

Accepted Answer

A)  a port wine nevus. 
B)  a strawberry nevus. 
C)  exanthem. 
D)  intertrigo. 
A)  a port wine nevus. 
B)  a strawberry nevus. 
C)  exanthem. 
D)  intertrigo.

Question 11

The nurse is careful to apply only the prescribed amount of ointment to the skin of a 2-month-old because the infant's skin,compared to the adult's,has:

Accepted Answer

A)  less perfusion. 
B)  greater moisture. 
C)  more perspiration. 
D)  greater absorption. 
A)  less perfusion. 
B)  greater moisture. 
C)  more perspiration. 
D)  greater absorption.

Question 12

A 5-year-old boy is brought to the emergency department with a second-degree burn of his entire right arm and hand,anterior trunk and genital area,and front of right thigh.The nurse assesses the body surface area (BSA)percentage burn as ______%.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A 5-year-old boy is brought to the...

Question 13

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.This symptom is associated with:

Accepted Answer

A)  scabies. 
B)  pediculosis capitis. 
C)  tinea corporis. 
D)  eczema. 
A)  scabies. 
B)  pediculosis capitis. 
C)  tinea corporis. 
D)  eczema.

Question 14

A mother is concerned about what might have caused a heat rash on her infant.The nurse observes tiny pinhead-sized reddened papules on the infant's neck and axilla.The nurse explains the cause of this rash is most likely:

Accepted Answer

A)  sun exposure. 
B)  allergic reaction. 
C)  infection. 
D)  heat and moisture. 
A)  sun exposure. 
B)  allergic reaction. 
C)  infection. 
D)  heat and moisture.

Question 15

A child is brought to the emergency department with severe frostbite.The body parts that should be warmed first are:

Accepted Answer

A)  hands and arms. 
B)  feet and legs. 
C)  fingers and toes. 
D)  head and torso. 
A)  hands and arms. 
B)  feet and legs. 
C)  fingers and toes. 
D)  head and torso.

Exam 30: The Child with a Skin Condition

The statement made by a parent indicating an understanding of the topical application of medications for a skin condition is:

When the 2-day-old infant is noted to have small pustules on her skin,the nurse should:

The adolescent girl whose acne is being treated with an antibiotic in addition to topical applications is cautioned by the nurse to expect:

The statement made by a parent indicating the need for further teaching about strategies to control itching for the infant with eczema is:

What is the correct nursing response to a mother who asks,"How can I get rid of the baby's cradle cap?"

The home health nurse discovers a family infected with pediculosis and helps the mother understand ways to start eradication of the lice,such as:

The nurse differentiates a type of topical medication that is an oil-based emulsion to be used on dry skin as a(n)_________________.

To avoid diaper rash,what would the nurse teach parents? Select all that apply.

The nurse speaking to a group of junior high school students informs them that acne can be exacerbated by which drug(s)? Select all that apply.

At a 2-month well-child visit,parents ask the nurse about the red area on the infant's neck.They tell the nurse that the mark appeared a few weeks after birth.The nurse recognizes this skin lesion as:

The nurse is careful to apply only the prescribed amount of ointment to the skin of a 2-month-old because the infant's skin,compared to the adult's,has:

A 5-year-old boy is brought to the emergency department with a second-degree burn of his entire right arm and hand,anterior trunk and genital area,and front of right thigh.The nurse assesses the body surface area (BSA)percentage burn as ______%.

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.This symptom is associated with:

A mother is concerned about what might have caused a heat rash on her infant.The nurse observes tiny pinhead-sized reddened papules on the infant's neck and axilla.The nurse explains the cause of this rash is most likely:

A child is brought to the emergency department with severe frostbite.The body parts that should be warmed first are:

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