Asked by Bobby Harris on Jul 24, 2024
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The nurse notices that a school-aged child has bluish-white, red-based spots in her mouth that are elevated approximately 1 to 3 mm. What other signs would the nurse expect to find in this patient?
A) Pink, papular rash on the face and neck
B) Pruritic vesicles over her trunk and neck
C) Hyperpigmentation on the chest, abdomen, and back of the arms
D) Red-purple, maculopapular, blotchy rash behind the ears and on the face
Maculopapular
Describing a skin rash that features both macules (flat lesions) and papules (raised lesions), often seen in various diseases.
Blanchy Rash
Possibly a typo; if referring to "blanching rash," it's a skin condition that turns white (blanches) when pressed.
Papular Rash
A skin condition featuring raised and often inflamed bumps or spots, which can signify an array of diseases or reactions.
- Identify and become familiar with various skin issues and their indicative signs.
- Comprehend the clinical symptoms associated with particular dermatological disorders in both pediatric and adult patient groups.
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DO
Danny OnvimalaJul 25, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
With measles (rubeola), the examiner assesses a red-purple, blotchy rash on the third or fourth day of illness that appears first behind the ears, spreads over the face, and then over the neck, trunk, arms, and legs. The rash appears coppery and does not blanch. The bluish-white, red-based spots in the mouth are known as Koplik spots.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and become familiar with various skin issues and their indicative signs.
- Comprehend the clinical symptoms associated with particular dermatological disorders in both pediatric and adult patient groups.