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Pediatric Integumentary NCLEX Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 1-month-old male infant develops a greasy, erythematous scale of the scalp. Examination reveals a thick greasy and waxy yellow-white patch involving the vertex of the scalp. Of the following, the BEST initial treatment for this infant is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Olive oil messaging followed by shampooing is the best initial treatment for cradle cap (seborrheic dermatitis) in infants to soften and remove scales.
Question 2 of 5
A 3-year-old girl develops melena and bleeding per rectum. Examination reveals multiple cutaneous hemangiomas involving the face, upper back, and both extremities. Upper and lower endoscopies show multiple hemangiomas involving the stomach, small intestine, and sigmoid colon. Other lab investigations are normal. Of the following, the NEXT step in the management of this girl is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Packed RBCs transfusion is the next step to address acute bleeding and stabilize the patient.
Question 3 of 5
A 7-year-old girl develops red macules that coalesce into large patches distributing over more than half of the body especially the face and trunk; the lesions evolve rapidly into bullae. Her lips are swollen and red with erosion of the oral mucosa. She has also bilateral conjunctival injections and erosions. She has a history of fever, malaise, and upper respiratory symptoms ten days before. Of the following, the MOST likely diagnosis is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) is likely due to extensive skin involvement, bullae, and mucosal erosions, often triggered by drugs or infections.
Question 4 of 5
Collagen lends to the skin.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Collagen is a key protein in the dermis that provides structural support and strength to the skin, not elasticity (which is due to elastin), color, or UV protection.
Question 5 of 5
Eccrine sweat glands
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Eccrine sweat glands are distributed across the body and secrete a watery sweat to regulate temperature, unlike sebaceous glands which produce sebum.