Chapter 6: Infectious Disease - Nurselytic

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Lymphangitis is frequently seen in cellulitis. If it is present, hospitalization is usually required for parenteral antibiotics. Lymphangitis is not associated with folliculitis, impetigo, or staphylococcal scalded skin.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Oral or parenteral antibiotics are indicated depending on the extent of the cellulitis. Warm water compresses may be indicated for limited cellulitis. The antibiotic needs to be administered systemically. Incision and drainage of severe lesions presents a risk of spreading infection or making the lesion worse.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Human warts are caused by the human papillomavirus. Infection with fungus, parasites, or bacteria does not result in warts.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Local destructive therapy is individualized according to location, type, and number; surgical removal, electrocautery, curettage, cryotherapy, caustic solutions, x-ray treatment, and laser therapies are used. Vaccination is prophylaxis for warts, not a treatment. Corticosteroids and specific antibiotic therapy are not effective in the treatment of warts.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The herpes zoster virus has an affinity for posterior root ganglia, the posterior horn of the spinal cord, and the skin. The zoster virus does not involve the nerve fibers listed.