Exam 29: The Child With a Skin Condition

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:

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

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

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:

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

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

To avoid diaper rash, the nurse would offer instruction to the parents to: Select all that apply.

Which of the following would help the child with a serious burn meet nutritional needs during the subacute phase of recovery?

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:

The nurse, speaking to a group of junior high school students, informs them that acne can be exacerbated by such drugs as: Select all that apply.