A nine-year-old patient is being evaluated for a skin rash. The preliminary diagnosis is impetigo contagiosa. The nurse assists with planning care with which fact about impetigo contagiosa in mind?

A. Herpes zoster virus usually is permanently disabling to healthy adults. Herpes zoster (shingles) can cause significant pain and discomfort, but it is not typically permanently disabling to healthy adults.
B. The pain experienced by most patients is typically described as "dull and aching." The pain associated with herpes zoster is usually described as sharp, burning, or stabbing rather than dull and aching.
C. There is usually a rash that occurs in the thoracic region. The rash associated with herpes zoster often appears in a dermatomal distribution, commonly in the thoracic region, following a nerve pathway on one side of the body.
D. Analgesics are often prescribed for pain; however, steroids are usually avoided because of the immune system suppression. While analgesics are commonly prescribed for pain management in herpes zoster, steroids may be used in certain cases to reduce inflammation, particularly if there is nerve involvement. The use of steroids should be carefully considered based on the patient’s overall health and immune status.

A. Body image. Body image refers to an individual's perceptions, thoughts, and feelings about their physical appearance and bodily functions.
B. Role performance. Role performance relates to how individuals perceive their ability to fulfill various roles in their life, such as student, parent, or employee, rather than how they feel about their body functions.
C. Personal identity. Personal identity encompasses the sense of self as a unique individual, including values, beliefs, and goals, but does not specifically pertain to feelings about bodily functions.
D. Self-esteem. Self-esteem involves overall feelings of self-worth or self-value, which can be influenced by body image but is a broader concept.