A nurse is teaching the parent of a school-age child who has scabies about the application of permethrin 5% cream. The nurse should include which of the following as a potential adverse effect of the medication?

Burning

Discoloration

Photosensitivity

Alopecia

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. Burning sensation is a potential adverse effect of permethrin 5% cream application. It may cause transient discomfort or irritation at the site of application.

B. Discoloration is not a common adverse effect associated with permethrin cream application.

C. Photosensitivity is not typically associated with the use of permethrin cream.

D. Alopecia (hair loss) is not a common adverse effect of permethrin cream application.

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Correct Answer is {"xRanges":[141.765625,171.765625],"yRanges":[127.609375,157.609375]}

Explanation

A. To best hear the closing of the aortic heart valve, the nurse should place the diaphragm of the stethoscope at the second intercostal space, right sternal border. This is also known as the aortic area.
B. This is the tricuspid region, and defects with the tricuspid valve will be best heard in this area.
C. This is the mitral region and murmurs due to defects in the mitral valve will be appreciated here

A. Wear an N95 respirator. B. Insert an indwelling urinary catheter to monitor urinary output. C. Monitor the client's vital signs every 8 hr. D. Use a dedicated stethoscope.

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Wearing an N95 respirator is not necessary when caring for a client with neutropenia due to HIV unless the client has respiratory symptoms or is undergoing procedures that generate aerosols.

B. Inserting an indwelling urinary catheter should be avoided unless necessary, as it can

introduce the risk of infection, which is particularly concerning in clients with neutropenia.

C. Monitoring vital signs every 8 hours may not provide sufficient frequency for detecting changes in a client with neutropenia who may be at risk for rapid deterioration.

D. Using a dedicated stethoscope helps prevent the spread of infection to other clients by avoiding cross-contamination, which is especially important when caring for a client with neutropenia who is at increased risk of infection.

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A nurse is teaching the parent of a school-age child who has scabies about the application of permethrin 5% cream. The nurse should include which of the following as a potential adverse effect of the medication?

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A nurse is assessing a client's cardiovascular system. Identify where the nurse should place the diaphragm of the stethoscope to best hear the closing of the aortic heart valve. (You will find "Hot Spots" to select in the artwork below. Select only the hotspot that corresponds to your answer.)

Correct Answer is {"xRanges":[141.765625,171.765625],"yRanges":[127.609375,157.609375]}

Explanation

A nurse is caring for a client who has neutropenia due to HIV. Which of the following precautions should the nurse take while caring for this client?

Correct Answer is D

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