NUR 336 PEDS EXAM 3 ARIZONA COLLEGE LATEST
ACTUAL EXAM STUDY GUIDE COMPLETE
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
WITH RATIONALES (VERIFIED ANSWERS) |
ALREADY GRADED A+
Braden scale - ANSWER Tool for predicting pressure ulcer risk. 6 categories
graded from 1 (worst) to 4 (best). *<16 = high risk*
1. Sensory perception
2. Activity
3. Mobility
4. Nutrition
5. Moisture level
6. Friction and shear
3 types of dermatitis in pediatrics - ANSWER Diaper
Seborrheic (cradle cap)
Contact (allergy or irritant)
Diaper rash - ANSWER a condition that includes patches of rough, red, irritated
skin in the diaper area
diaper rash interventions - ANSWER - air dry
- apply zinc oxide ointment to protect skin
- change diapers frequently
- monitor for infection
- NO baby powder
Seborrhic dermatitis (cradle cap) - ANSWER a skin condition known for yellowish,
crusty patches on the scalp
cradle cap interventions - ANSWER Daily shampoo
Apply warm oil for 15 min
Emollient (moisturize)
Use brush or baby comb to loosen scales
contact dermatitis - ANSWER irritated or allergic response of the skin
, Contact dermatitis caused by irritants - ANSWER symptoms:
- erythema, papules, hives, burning
Causes:
- by soaps or chemicals
Contact dermatitis caused by allergy - ANSWER Symptoms:
- severe pruritus
- erythema
- streaks/patches
- papules / vesicles
Causes:
- poison ivy or oak
Contact dermatitis interventions - ANSWER Avoid causative agents (e.g., cleansers
and soaps).
Apply cool, wet compress
Apply lotion/creams (Calamine lotion)
Oatmeal bath
eczema (atopic dermatitis) - ANSWER inflammatory skin disease that consists of
dry, scaly, itchy patches that are red and swollen
Eczema interventions - ANSWER pat dry and moisturize after shower
avoid hot showers
Stay in COOL environments
Trim nails and do NOT scratch
Assess for infection
Wear loose, cotton clothing
Apply topical steroids
Assess for infection
Acne - ANSWER inflammatory disease of the skin involving the sebaceous glands
and hair follicles
acne interventions - ANSWER wash hair and skin daily
use cosmetics sparingly
eliminate aggravating foods
use prescribed topical antibiotics
Do not touch pimples
Cellulitis - ANSWER a bacterial infection characterized by an inflamed area of skin
Cellulitis symptoms - ANSWER fever
pain
redness
Swelling
grows quickly
ACTUAL EXAM STUDY GUIDE COMPLETE
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
WITH RATIONALES (VERIFIED ANSWERS) |
ALREADY GRADED A+
Braden scale - ANSWER Tool for predicting pressure ulcer risk. 6 categories
graded from 1 (worst) to 4 (best). *<16 = high risk*
1. Sensory perception
2. Activity
3. Mobility
4. Nutrition
5. Moisture level
6. Friction and shear
3 types of dermatitis in pediatrics - ANSWER Diaper
Seborrheic (cradle cap)
Contact (allergy or irritant)
Diaper rash - ANSWER a condition that includes patches of rough, red, irritated
skin in the diaper area
diaper rash interventions - ANSWER - air dry
- apply zinc oxide ointment to protect skin
- change diapers frequently
- monitor for infection
- NO baby powder
Seborrhic dermatitis (cradle cap) - ANSWER a skin condition known for yellowish,
crusty patches on the scalp
cradle cap interventions - ANSWER Daily shampoo
Apply warm oil for 15 min
Emollient (moisturize)
Use brush or baby comb to loosen scales
contact dermatitis - ANSWER irritated or allergic response of the skin
, Contact dermatitis caused by irritants - ANSWER symptoms:
- erythema, papules, hives, burning
Causes:
- by soaps or chemicals
Contact dermatitis caused by allergy - ANSWER Symptoms:
- severe pruritus
- erythema
- streaks/patches
- papules / vesicles
Causes:
- poison ivy or oak
Contact dermatitis interventions - ANSWER Avoid causative agents (e.g., cleansers
and soaps).
Apply cool, wet compress
Apply lotion/creams (Calamine lotion)
Oatmeal bath
eczema (atopic dermatitis) - ANSWER inflammatory skin disease that consists of
dry, scaly, itchy patches that are red and swollen
Eczema interventions - ANSWER pat dry and moisturize after shower
avoid hot showers
Stay in COOL environments
Trim nails and do NOT scratch
Assess for infection
Wear loose, cotton clothing
Apply topical steroids
Assess for infection
Acne - ANSWER inflammatory disease of the skin involving the sebaceous glands
and hair follicles
acne interventions - ANSWER wash hair and skin daily
use cosmetics sparingly
eliminate aggravating foods
use prescribed topical antibiotics
Do not touch pimples
Cellulitis - ANSWER a bacterial infection characterized by an inflamed area of skin
Cellulitis symptoms - ANSWER fever
pain
redness
Swelling
grows quickly
