A toddler has a few vesicular lesions on his hands that rupture, producing a honey-colored, sticky exudate. Based on this assessment, which medication does the nurse teach the parents about?

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Question 1 of 5

A toddler has a few vesicular lesions on his hands that rupture, producing a honey-colored, sticky exudate. Based on this assessment, which medication does the nurse teach the parents about?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: This child has impetigo, which is treated in one of two ways. For limited lesions(which this child has), topical Bactroban is appropriate.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse provides anticipatory guidance to parents telling them the maximum water temperature for bathing children is which temperature?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The maximum safe water temperature for bathing children is 120°F (48.9°C) to prevent scald burns. Higher temperatures like 140°F can cause severe burns quickly, especially in young children with sensitive skin.

Question 3 of 5

The client is prescribed methotrexate for a diagnosis of psoriasis. Which data should the nurse monitor?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Methotrexate causes hematopoietic depression (leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, anemia), so CBC monitoring is essential. It's not nephrotoxic, so GFR and BUN/creatinine aren't priorities, nor is iron-binding capacity affected.

Question 4 of 5

The client diagnosed with acute herpes zoster is prescribed oral acyclovir. Which statement by the client indicates the client needs more medication teaching?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Acyclovir shortens symptoms but doesn't cure herpes zoster, indicating a need for more teaching. Five times daily, 7-10 days, and eye involvement awareness are correct.

Question 5 of 5

Which type of capillary hemangioma is described by the following: this is a common blemish on the head and neck of a newborn child and rapidly disappears spontaneously

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Strawberry nevus typically appears on the head and neck of newborns and tends to disappear spontaneously.

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