The nurse observes a red butterfly-shaped rash that spreads across the child's cheeks and nose. This assessment finding is characteristic of which condition?
a. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
b. Rheumatic fever
c. Kawasaki disease
d. Anaphylactic reaction
A
Feedback
A A red, flat or raised malar "butterfly" rash over the cheeks and bridge of the nose
is a clinical manifestation of SLE.
B A major manifestation of rheumatic fever is erythema marginatum, which
appears as red skin lesions spread peripherally over the trunk.
C An erythematous rash, induration of the hands and feet, and erythema of the
palms and soles are manifestations of Kawasaki disease.
D Initial symptoms of anaphylaxis include severe itching and rapid development of
erythema.
You might also like to view...
The nurse manager is completing employee evaluations. Which practices should the manager use when doing these appraisals?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Appraising staff nurses every 18 to 24 months 2. Sharing the appraisal with staff nurses verbally and in writing 3. Requiring the staff nurse to sign the appraisal 4. Allowing the nurse to make written comments on the appraisal 5. Advising the nurse of the right to appeal the appraisal
A 47-year-old woman was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 3 years ago and has experienced a progressive onset and severity of complications
She has been admitted to a palliative care unit due to her poor prognosis? What assessments and interventions should the nursing staff of the unit prioritize in their care? A) Assessment and documentation of cognitive changes, including confusion and restlessness B) Regular pain assessment and administration of opioid analgesics as needed C) Assessment of swallowing ability and respiratory status D) Cardiac monitoring and administration of inotropic medications
The client has a sensorineural hearing loss. Which assistive device, technique, or corrective procedure is most likely to increase this client's hearing?
A. Lip reading B. Hearing aid C. Tympanoplasty D. Cochlear implant
Jaundice occurs when the concentrate of bilirubin in the blood is which of the following?
A. 0.5–1.0 mg/dL B. 1.0–1.5 mg/dL C. 1.5–2.0 mg/dL D. More than 2.5 mg/dL