A nurse is prioritizing potential complications that may occur to a pediatric client who has cellulitis. Which of the following is the primary concern?
Methicillin resistance
Redness in affected area
Risk for recurrence
Possible sepsis
The Correct Answer is D
A. While methicillin resistance is a concern, it does not pose an immediate threat to the child’s life compared to the risk of sepsis.
B. Redness in the affected area is a typical symptom of cellulitis and, while it should be monitored, it is not the most urgent concern.
C. The risk for recurrence is important for long-term management but is not the primary concern in the acute phase of cellulitis.
D. Sepsis is the most immediate concern in cellulitis because the infection can rapidly spread into the bloodstream, leading to systemic infection and potential life-threatening complications.
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. Rheumatic fever can develop after a group A streptococcal throat infection (strep throat), typically 2 to 4 weeks after exposure. The sibling with a recent sore throat is likely the source of the infection.
B. Fifth disease is caused by parvovirus B19 and is not linked to the development of rheumatic fever.
C. Gastritis is unrelated to rheumatic fever, which stems from a streptococcal throat infection.
D. Chickenpox is caused by varicella zoster virus and does not lead to rheumatic fever.
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
A. Encopresis refers to the inappropriate passage of stool, typically seen in children with chronic constipation. It is not associated with mechanical obstruction.
B. Pyloric stenosis involves a narrowing of the pyloric sphincter, leading to projectile vomiting rather than a mechanical obstruction of the intestines.
C. Hirschsprung's disease involves inadequate motility of part of the colon due to a lack of ganglion cells, leading to a mechanical obstruction.
D. Enterocolitis refers to inflammation of the intestines and is not a primary cause of mechanical obstruction.
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