An adolescent patient's history of skin hyperreactivity and inflammation has been attributed to atopic dermatitis. The nurse should recognize that this patient consequently faces an increased risk of what health problem?
A) Bronchitis
B) Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
C) Rheumatoid arthritis
D) Asthma
Ans: D
Feedback:
Nurses should be aware that atopic dermatitis is often the first step in a process that leads to asthma and allergic rhinitis. It is not linked as closely to bronchitis, SLE, and RA.
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