Erythema infectiosum, or fifth disease, has which of the following characteristics?
a. intensely red "slapped cheeks" appearance
b. swelling and tenderness in the fifth digits
c. various sizes and shapes of red rash areas
d. redness of the feet as if the child was in hot water
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A Correct. Erythema infectiosum, or fifth disease, has a characteristically lacy rash and is highly contagious. The illness is caused by parvovirus B19 . By the time the rash erupts, they are no longer contagious, but the epidemic nature of this disease and the uniqueness of the rash (intensely red with a slapped-cheek appearance) can give caregivers cause for concern.
B Incorrect. Erythema infectiosum, or fifth disease, is not characterized by swelling and tenderness in the fifth digits.
C Incorrect. Erythema infectiosum, or fifth disease, is not characterized by various sizes and shapes of red rash areas.
D Incorrect. Erythema infectiosum, or fifth disease, is not characterized by redness of the feet as if the child was in hot water.
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