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Pediatric Integumentary NCLEX Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The client who is newly admitted to the hospital for treatment of acute cellulitis of the lower left leg asks the nurse about the nature of the disorder. The nurse would respond that cellulitis is actually:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cellulitis is a bacterial infection extending into the deep dermis and subcutaneous fat, often streptococcal or staphylococcal, beyond superficial layers.
Question 2 of 5
A client with severe psoriasis has a nursing diagnosis of Chronic Low SelfEsteem. The nurse uses which therapeutic strategy when working with this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Attentive listening validates the client's feelings, supporting self-esteem in psoriasis, where visible lesions impact body image. Ignoring or brevity may dismiss concerns.
Question 3 of 5
The presenting symptom of Behçet disease is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Behçet disease often presents initially with recurrent aphthous stomatitis (oral ulcers), which is considered the hallmark and most common presenting symptom, making B correct.
Question 4 of 5
Systemic adverse effects of high-potency and superpotent topical steroids occur with long-term use and include
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Long-term use of high-potency topical steroids can lead to systemic absorption, potentially causing cataracts, making D correct. A-C are local effects.
Question 5 of 5
Capillary malformations (CMs) are present at birth. The most effective treatment for CM is with the pulsed-dye laser. Therapy can begin
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pulsed-dye laser treatment for capillary malformations (e.g., port-wine stains) is most effective when started early, often in infancy, making A correct.