The nurse is caring for an infant with papules and vesicles in patches all over the body, some of which have ruptured and left a yellow crusty exudate. There are tiny cracks in the involved areas with very dry skin
The mother brought the child to the clinic because of concern about possible food allergies. The nurse anticipates what diagnosis? 1. Impetigo
2. Eczema
3. Ringworm
4. Mycosis fungoides
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Rationale: This child is presenting with classic signs of eczema, and the mother will require teaching on how to best care for the child. Ringworm is a red circle, mycosis fungoides is a form of cancer, and impetigo is a bacterial infection.
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