Chapter 49: The Child with an Alteration in Tissue Integrity Flashcards
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Adult female lays eggs under the skin, then larvae hatch and come to the surface, creating burrows and tunnels that are difficult to see
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scabies
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Burn with no pain except in outlying areas
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full thickness burn
3
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Symptomatic treatment for HSV includes OTC ______, antiviral __________, and ____________.
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analgesics, acyclovir, hydration
4
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Commonly passed from mother to infant through infective secretions in vaginal delivery
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HSV-2
5
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How does swimming affect the skin of those with atopic dermatitis?
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Dries out skin
6
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Use this technique to apply topical antibiotics and antimicrobial dressings to burns
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aseptic technique
7
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Treatment involves removing irritant, washing skin thoroughly, using cool compresses, and steroid cream
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contact dermatitis
8
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Birthmark that contains distended dermal capillaries; can get redder as infant cries
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salmon patch
9
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Hormonal changes that occur in adolescence increases ___________________________ in skin, resulting in _________________________.
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sebum production, acne vulgaris
10
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______________ or ______________ can treat acne vulgaris
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Benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid
11
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Painful burns
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partial thickness burns (superficial and deep)
12
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In pediatric burn patients, rapid fluid resuscitation should be initiated quickly to prevent ____________________________________
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fluid and electrolyte imbalance
13
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To treat pediculosis capitis or scabies, wash clothing, bedding, and stuffed animals with what
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Hot water
14
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Treatment for scabies includes OTC ____________
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permethrin 5%
15
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Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin condition that begins in the first ________ and usually disappears by __________.
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2-3 weeks of life, 12 months
16
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Thoroughly clean pacifiers, bottles, and/or the mother to help treat this condition
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thrush (candidiasis)
17
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Birthmark that is caused by capillary malformation; gets darker as child ages and may become nodular by middle age adulthood
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port wine stain
18
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Cause of this skin condition is unknown, but thought that sebaceous gland dysfunction and overgrowth in fungi play a role
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seborrheic dermatitis
19
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___________ may be used if there is resistance to OTC treatments for acne vulgaris
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Antibiotics
20
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Treatment may include medications, surgery, radiation, or laser therapy
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hemangiomas
21
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OTC treatment with _____________ and __________ is recommended for pediculosis capitis
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lice shampoo, nit comb
22
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Three treatment goals for burns
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Preventing infection
Facilitating tissue regrowth
Limiting functional impairments
23
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Transmitted by direct contact
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pediculosis capitis
24
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Systemic infection in young infants possible
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Herpes Simplex Virus
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Burn with physiologic function intact
superficial burn
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If inpatient, use these precautions for HSV
contact precautions
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To treat burns, apply _____________ and ________.
antimicrobial agents, dressings
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This method uses the child's palm (1%) to estimate the extent of burns
Palmar method
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Oral steroids may be needed for severe cases of this condition
contact dermatitis
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Keep affected areas clean and dry
Tinea infections
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Another name for seborrheic dermatitis
cradle cap
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Burn that involves destruction of the epidermis and some dermis
superficial partial thickness burn
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Secondary infection that often follows a small break in the skin and is highly contagious
impetigo
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Treatment involves daily hair washing using a mild, OTC anti (condition) shampoo that contains sulfur and salicylic acid and fine-tooth comb to remove scales
seborrheic dermatitis
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Treat surrounding environment, including family members
pediculosis capitis
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Resolves on its own, but virus remains dormant and may reactivate during times of stress
HSV-1
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Birthmark that contains pigment deep within the dermis
Mongolian spot
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Do not shampoo hair for how long after the initial treatment for pediculosis capitis
24 hours
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The hallmark signs of atopic dermatitis
dry, inflamed, pruritic patches of skin
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Burn that involves destruction of epidermis
superficial burn
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When to repeat treatment with OTC permethrin 5% after first treatment
in one week
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Fungal infection that commonly appears in the mouth but may present in diaper region
candidiasis
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Manifestations include heat, tender, redness, and swelling
cellulitis
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Superficial fungal infections that can occur anywhere on the body
Tinea infections
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Candidiasis that appears in the mouth is also known as this
thrush
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Naturally disappears by 5-6 years
hemangiomas
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Burn mortality and severity is (higher, lower) in pediatric patients
higher
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Dry out shoes and change socks frequently, especially after becoming wet
Tinea pedis
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Establish access to these three areas when treating a burn
IV access for fluids and antibiotics
NG tube for stomach decompression and nutritional support
Foley catheter to monitor I&O
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Burn in which the skin may appear white or black
full thickness burn
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Three key treatments for Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Remove affecting medication
Maintain hydration
Pain management
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Good time to do ROM exercises for burn patients
during hydrotherapy
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The severity of burns indicates how much ________ is disrupted
function (minor, moderate, or major)
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Burn with functional impairment present
full thickness burn
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Common contagious skin infection in crowded living quarters
scabies
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Any substance that comes in prolonged contact with the skin can be this
irritant
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Atopic dermatitis patches appear on which parts of the body in an infant
face, scalp, arms, legs
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Burns that do not result in blisters
superficial, full thickness
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Pattern of unintentional burns
splash
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Why does myoglobinuria occur
myoglobin cannot be filtered effectively through kidneys
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Overproduction of T-cells attracted to the skin initiates inflammatory response creating its hallmark signs
atopic dermatitis
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Oral Nystatin is a treatment for this
thrush
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Cold sore or "fever blister"
HSV-1
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How often should burns receive care until closure
At least daily
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Skin has ______ ability to regulate temperature in pediatrics
decreased
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Another term for pediculosis capitis
head lice
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Birthmark that is a proliferation of dilated capillaries and endothelial cells
hemangioma
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Condition where inflammation is caused by direct contact with the skin and an irritant
contact dermatitis
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Another name for atopic dermatitis
eczema
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Treatment includes topical antibiotics (oral if severe) and washing lesions three times a day with a mild antibacterial soap
impetigo
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This method that estimates the extent of burns is not recommended in pediatrics because it is not an accurate representation
Rule of Nines
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Two fluids recommended for rapid fluid resuscitation in pediatric patients
normal saline, lactated ringers
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when to treat pain in relation to other burn treatments
30 minutes before
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Precautions to utilize for swimming with atopic dermatitis
Limit time
Moisturize well before and after
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Burn that does not result in scarring
superficial burn
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(Thicker/Thinner) skin in pediatrics increases susceptibility to _____________ and ____________
Thinner, irritants, infection
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Inflammation from invading pathogen causes pustular lesions that weep honey-colored fluid which crusts over lesions
impetigo
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Increase in bacteria and yeast lead to secondary infections
seborrheic dermatitis
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Pediatric burn patients are at a(n) (increased, decreased) risk for ______ and _____ loss
increased, fluid, heat
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Related to sloughing of skin cells, overgrowth of normal bacteria, hormonal fluctuations, stress, and hereditary factors
acne vulgaris
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Patterns of intentional burns
Glove, stocking
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Cardiac arrest, dysrhythmia, tissue damage, myoglobinuria, metabolic acidosis, loss of short-term memory, and altered emotional state are major complications of this
electrical injury
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Bacterial infection of subcutaneous tissue
cellulitis
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Burns with some functional impairment
partial thickness burns (superficial and deep)
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Three conditions that atopic dermatitis has connections with
asthma, hay fever, allergic rhinitis
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How long should OTC permethrin 5% be left on the body during a single treatment
8-14 hours (recommended to put on at bedtime)
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Avoid colors and perfumes--> can increase itching
atopic dermatitis
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When to repeat treatment for pediculosis capitis
On day 7-9
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Treatment involves moisturizing areas thoroughly and frequently, controlling itching, removing known irritants, and preventing infection
atopic dermatitis
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How to apply Nystatin in pediatric patients
Use Q-tip or gloved finger
(Pediatric patients may not be able to swish and spit)
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Population most at risk for burns and why
Infants and toddlers are dependent on adults to ensure environment is safe
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Two treatment goals for acne vulgaris
preventing scarring and preserving positive self image
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Oral ____________ is recommended for Tinea capitis and is (difficult/easy) to treat.
griseofulvin, difficult
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Atopic dermatitis patches appear on which parts of the body in childhood
flexor surfaces of limbs (wrists, elbows, backs of knees)
dorsal surfaces of hands and feet
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Burns that result in blisters
partial thickness burns (superficial and deep)
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Medication that can treat acne vulgaris resistant to other treatments
Accutane
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Infection of skin and mucous membranes
Herpes Simplex Virus
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This condition has an unknown cause but is thought to have a genetic component and be related to a malfunction within immune system
atopic dermatitis
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Plaques in mouth from thrush may cause this
Difficulty eating (encourage hydration)
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Has many side effects
Is teratogenic (severe birth defects, miscarriage)
Must sign form to consent to taking this medication
(Treatment for acne vulgaris)
Accutane
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Birthmark that begins to disappear by one year of age and is completely gone by 5-6 years of age
hemangioma
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Pediatric burn patients are at a(n) (increased, decreased) risk for ________________ scarring, _______________ problems, ___________, and __________ and _________ deficiency
increased, hypertrophic, cardiovascular, infection, protein, calorie
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Avoid citrus and sodas (carbonation can increase inflammation)
Herpes Simplex Virus
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Ratio of skin surface area to body volume is (lesser/greater) in pediatrics, allowing greater _______________ and ________________________
greater, absorption, fluid loss
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Oral antihistamines and corticosteroid creams may be indicated for this condition
atopic dermatitis
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Removal of dead material (eschar) is known as this
debridement
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Another area that seborrheic dermatitis can occur
diaper area
108
Appear as red lesions and may have scaly appearance
Tinea infections
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Treatment is not indicated in children, but makeup or laser therapy can be used
port wine stains
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A chronic inflammatory condition of the skin that usually begins in infancy and clears up by 2-3 years of age but can continue into childhood and adulthood
atopic dermatitis
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Cool compresses and OTC pain medications are used to treat this type of burn
superficial burn
112
An adaptive form that estimates the extent of burns in pediatrics
Lund and Browder method
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Herpes in genital region
HSV-2
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Keep nails short and clean
atopic dermatitis
scabies
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Allergic, inflammatory reaction to medications or a result of an autoimmune disorder
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
116
Pop blisters or leave them alone
leave them alone
117
Itching can last for several weeks after treatment
scabies
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__________________ for females can help treat acne vulgaris
Hormone therapy
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How might thrush (candidiasis) end up in the diaper region
Traveling through GI tract from oral to anal region
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When should the antiviral acyclovir be used
early in HSV infection
in the immunocompromised (not recommended for treatment right away in regular population)
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Its oily, yellow scales block sweat and sebaceous glands, leading to inflammation.
seborrheic dermatitis
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This condition presents as dry, inflamed, pruritic skin along the affected area
contact dermatitis
123
Sexual abuse should be considered when HSV-2 occurs in a child under which age
14 years
124
Rash and itching that worsens at night
scabies
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Burn that involves destruction of the epidermis, dermis, and underlying tissue
full thickness burn
126
This skin infection can cause emotional distress in the adolescent population
acne vulgaris
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Two primary goals for nursing interventions for skin inflammation disorders
Treat existing infection
Prevent secondary infection
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Burn that involves destruction of the epidermis and dermis
deep partial thickness burn
129
Intubate quickly when burns affect these areas of the body
face and chest
130
Treatment includes antibiotics and warm compresses
cellulitis
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Presents like a burn and has similar treatment
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
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Treatment for Tinea corporis, cruris, and pedis
Topical antifungals (lotrimin, monistat)
