What should the nurse stress to the mother of a child with impetigo?
a. The condition is caused by the herpes simplex virus type I.
b. The crusts on the lesions should be left in place.
c. The lesions may spread, but the disease is not contagious.
d. Small cuts and bites should be treated promptly.
ANS: D
Small cuts and bites should be treated promptly to prevent the invasions of the bacteria that cause impetigo. The crusts from the lesions should be gently removed. The disease is contagious.
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