part 4 Flashcards
Inflamed areas with white exudate, peeling, and pruritic
candidiasis
What is the management for candidiasis?
oral nystatin
topical nystatin
IV amphotericin
How is candidiasis spread?
contact - common from diaper dermatitis
What is scabies?
- caused by scabies mite
- female burrows into epidermis to deposit eggs and feces
How long will it take to cause inflammation? What are the implications because of this length of time?
- inflammation occurs 30-60 days later
- because of the delayed S&S all people in close contact will need to be treated
How is scabies passed?
-direct, prolonged skin to skin contact with an infected person
Where is the eruption of scabies common?
- papular eruption between fingers
- pruritus
What is the treatment for scabies?
- topical scabicide lotion
- leave on for recommended time before washing it off (8-14 hours)
- use a toothpick to get it under the finger and toe nails
- Oral treatment: Ivermectin if more than 15kg, antihistamines for itching
- antibiotics only if secondary infection occurs
- soothing creams/lotion for pruritus
How should things in the home be cleaned if someone has scabies?
- washed in hot water and dryed on hot
- stuffed animal and things need to be sealed in a bag for 72 hours