A student nurse is instructed by the registered nurse to monitor a client who has dark skin for cyanosis. The registered nurse determines that the student needs instructions regarding physical assessment techniques for the dark-skinned client if the student states that the best area to assess for cyanosis was in the:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: In dark-skinned clients, cyanosis is best assessed in the sclera, conjunctiva, or oral mucosa (e.g., lips), not the tongue, where pigmentation obscures changes.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Fusidic acid is highly effective against Staphylococcus aureus, a common skin pathogen, and has a low resistance profile, making C the correct answer.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia features reduced sweating, sparse hair (including sexual hair), and dental anomalies. Normal sexual hair growth (C) is not typical.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Uncomplicated infantile hemangiomas often resolve spontaneously, so expectant observation is standard, making A correct.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Dark complexion is protective against melanoma due to higher melanin levels, unlike the other options, which are known risk factors, making B the exception.