The nurse is assisting in the collection of fluid from a client's blister. The nurse explains the specimen will be sent for a Tzanck test, which is done to:
A)
identify herpes infections.
B)
diagnose fungal infections.
C)
diagnose scabies.
D)
identify bacterial infections.
A
Explanation:
A)
The Tzanck test identifies herpes infection. Identification of fungal infections and scabies requires a skin scraping. Bacterial infections are identified through culture and sensitivity testing.
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B)
The Tzanck test identifies herpes infection. Identification of fungal infections and scabies requires a skin scraping. Bacterial infections are identified through culture and sensitivity testing.
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C)
The Tzanck test identifies herpes infection. Identification of fungal infections and scabies requires a skin scraping. Bacterial infections are identified through culture and sensitivity testing.
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D)
The Tzanck test identifies herpes infection. Identification of fungal infections and scabies requires a skin scraping. Bacterial infections are identified through culture and sensitivity testing.
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