A school nurse is assessing a school-age child and notices white flakes that don't brush off the hair and a rash on the back of the child's neck. The nurse should suspect which of the following disorders?
Pediculosis capitis
Impetigo contagiosa
Folliculitis
Tinea capitis
The Correct Answer is D
A. Pediculosis capitis, commonly known as head lice, is characterized by the presence of live lice and nits (lice eggs) attached to the hair shaft close to the scalp. They do not typically cause a rash on the back of the neck.
B. Impetigo is a bacterial skin infection characterized by red sores or blisters that rupture and form honey-colored crusts. It commonly affects areas of the body with broken skin, such as the face, hands, and arms.
C. Folliculitis is inflammation or infection of the hair follicles caused by bacteria or fungi. It can result in red, swollen, and pus-filled bumps around hair follicles.
D. Tinea capitis is a fungal infection of the scalp and hair follicles. It is characterized by the presence of white or grayish flakes that adhere to the hair shafts and cannot be easily brushed off, along with a rash or scaly patch on the scalp. The rash may extend to the back of the neck.
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Naxlex Comprehensive Predictor Exams
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Correct Answer is ["10"]
Explanation
Volume (ml)= Desired dose (mg) / Available concentration per ml Concentration per ml= 250mg/5ml= 50mg/ml
Volume (ml)= 500mg/50mg/ml
Volume is 10mls. The nurse should administer 10mls every 12hr
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. Thick yellow crusted lesion on a red base are characteristic of impetigo.
B. Pediculosis capitis (head lice infestation) presents with itching and scratching of the head due to the allergic reaction to the saliva of the lice. While other conditions may present with similar symptoms, itching and scratching are classic signs of head lice infestation.
C. Firmly attached white particles on the hair are indicative of nits (lice eggs).
D. Patchy areas of hair loss may be seen in conditions like alopecia areata or fungal infections but are not specific to pediculosis capitis.
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