When assessing the patient with toxic shock syndrome (TSS), the nurse would expect to find which of the following?
A) Itching and pain in the infected area
B) A red, macular rash similar to a sunburn on the torso
C) Yellow-green vaginal discharge
D) White, cottage-cheese-like vaginal discharge
Ans: B
Feedback: Assessment findings of a patient with toxic shock syndrome (TSS) include the classic sign of a red, macular rash similar to a sunburn. Clinical manifestations of herpesvirus are itching and pain which accompany the process as the infected area becomes red and swollen. A yellow-green vaginal discharge is seen in trichomoniasis, which is a type of bacterial vaginosis. Candidiasis vaginal discharge is thin or thick, but has a white, cottage cheese-like appearance.
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