A client has what appears to be a bacterial infection or warts on her fingertips. This can be a sign of:
1. herpes gladiatorum.
2. herpes simplex.
3. herpes zoster.
4. herpetic whitlow.
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Herpetic whitlow usually occurs on the fingertips and can resemble a bacterial infection or warts. Herpes gladiatorum is most frequently found in athletes who participate in contact sports. The appearance of herpes zoster is usually down a single dermatome. Herpes simplex is usually seen orally or on the genitals.
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A. Differentiate between normal and abnormal findings B. Recall knowledge of a range of conditions and their associated signs and symptoms C. Recognize how certain conditions affect the response to other conditions D. Foresee unpredictable findings
When changing the dressing on a partial-thickness wound, a nurse observes small, pale pink bumps within the wound bed. What is the nurse's best action?
A. Notify the physician. B. Document the observation as the only action. C. Clean the wound vigorously, pulling off or wiping off the bumps. D. Culture the wound and take appropriate precautions for a wound infection.
The nurse uses palpation of the chest in order to assess the client for:
A) retractions and bulging. B) use of accessory muscles. C) tactile fremitus. D) pleural rub.
Which complications of pneumonia creates pain that increased on inspiration because of inflammation of the parietal pleura?
a. Pleuritic chest pain b. Pulmonary emboli c. Pleural effusion d. Meningitis