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Peds Final - Skin Flashcards

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diaper dermatitis

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caused by:
-contact or irritant
-candida albicans (thrush)
-bacterial: MRSA, strep

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diaper dermatitis nursing considerations

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-open to air and allow to dry
-avoid irritant
-change wet diapers immediately
-occlusive ointments (zinc oxide or petroleum)
-wash off feces w/ water & mild soap

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candida albicans skin infection

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-beefy red, extends into creases, satellite lesions
-precipitated by antibiotic use, immunosuppression or exposure to yeast
-treat w/ anti fungal (nystatin cream)

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seborrheic dermatitis (cradle cap)

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-chronic, recurrent, inflammation scaling disorder of the scalp & face
-most common inn early infancy
-lesions are thick, adherent, yellowish, scaly, oily, patches (possibly pruritic aka itchy)

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seborrheic dermatitis (cradle cap) nursinng interventions

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-may be prevented w/ adequate scalp hygiene
-remove lesions by shampooing daily (anti seborrheic shampoo that sits until soft)
-soft brush

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eczema

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pruritic inflammation of the skin associated with allergy and a hereditary tendency
dry & feels like sand paper

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therapeutic mgt of eczema

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-relieve pruritus (colloid baths, oral antihistamines)
- hydrate the skin, lubricate after bathing
-reduce inflammation, topical steroids
-prevent or control secondary infection

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how often should eczema kids take baths

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not daily, pat dry after and apply lotion after

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contact dermatitis

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-response to an antigenic substance exposure
-allergy to nickel or cobalt in clothing, hardware or dyes
-exposure to highly allergenic plants

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contact dermatitis complications

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-secondary bacterial skin infection
-lichenification or hyperpigmentation

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poison ivy

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redness, swelling & itching at site of contact; advances to streaked or spotty blisters

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poison ivy mgt

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-flush area immediately after contact w/ cold, running water
-wash clothing and the pets
do not scratch, will not spread the rash but can cause secondary infection

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impetigo

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highly contagious superficial infection of the skin due to strep -> macular rash that progresses to a papular, vasicular rash that oozes and forms a moist, honey colored crust
face, arm pits & extremities

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impetigo treatment

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keep it covered and abx
-soak
-topical ointment (remove scabs then apply)
-no school for 24 hours
-wash hands
-no sharing towels or linens
-cut nails short & cover hands at night

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cellulitis

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deep, locally diffuse infection of skin with system manifestations caused by strep or H. influenza

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cellulitis clinical findings

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fever, swelling, heat, and tenderness of involved skin

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cellulitis treatment

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-if around face or joint will treat more aggressively w/ IV abx
-if in tissue, will try to express it and then put on bactrum

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cellulitis therapeutic mgt

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-oral abx
-rest & immobilization
-warm, moist compresses
-hospitalization if face or joint is involved

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herpes

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viral infection of the skin & mucous membranes characterized by clusters of vesicles filled w/ clear fluid

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herpes clinical findings

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burning, itching, vesicles on inflammatory base which dries forming a crust followed by exfoliation & spontaneous healing in 8-10 day

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herpes treatment

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topical, warm compresses (burow solution)

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verruca (warts)

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epidermal, benign tumors caused by HPV

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verruca clinical findings

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solitary flesh colored papule with an irregular, scaly surface some w/ pin point black spots

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verruca treatment/education

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most disappear without treatment but takes years and repeated irritation may cause enlargement -> can use cryotherapy, salicylic acid paints

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erythema infectiosum (fifth disease)

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a very common rash caused by parvovirus leading to rash, minor itching, tiredness, sore throat or slight fever looks like cheeks have been slapped

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erythema infectiosum severe complication

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fetal death if mother infected durinng pregnancy

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aplastic crisis

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kids w/ hemolytic disease or immunodeficiency

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varicella

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caused by varicella zoster virus and spread primarily via respiratory tract secretions & contact w/ skin lesions
1 day between transmission & rash then the incubation period is 14-21 days

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varicella clinical manifestations

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-slight fever
-malaise
-anorexia
-pruritic rash

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varicella therapeutic mgt

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-strict isolation until all lesions are crusted over which could take multiple days
-no itching

31
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tinea corporis

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fungal infection on the skin
-treat w/ lotion

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tinea capitis

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fungal infection on the scalp
-oral anti fungal for 6 wks

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tinea cruris

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“jock itch”
-treat w/ a spray

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tinea pedis

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“athlete’s foot”
-keep feet dry & use a lotion & be open to air as much as possible

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tinea (ringworm)

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transmitted person to person or infected animals to humans, causing a round inflamed carea
-treated w/ topical or oral anti fungal

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tinea (ringworm) nursing consideration

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-emphasize good health & hygiene
-examine household pets
-teach children not to share hats, scarves or helmets

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pediculosis (head lice)

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infestation of the hair or scalp by pediculus humanus capitis, usually found in hair behind ears and nape of neck

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pediculosis treatment

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-pick all the lice / nits out of hair
-permethrin shampoo on dry hair for 10 minutes
-malathion on dry hair for 8-12 hrs
-kwell shampoo, toxic non ovicidal

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pediculosis education

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-do not get shampoo in eyes
-do not treat in bathtub or shower
-apply only to infected area
-wash bedding & clothes in hot water and dry in hot dryer for 20 mins
-use fine tooth comb
-soak brushes and combs
-store unwashables in sealed plastic for 2 wks or freezer over night
-vacuum carpet

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scabies

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impregnated female mite burrows into the stratum corneum of the epidermis and deposits eggs and feces

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scabies clinical manifestations

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-intense pruritus
-maculopapular lesions, intertriginous area

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scabies therapeutic mgt

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everyone in the family needs to be treated & anyone who had conntact
-apply scabicide permethrin 5% cream & possible neurotoxic lindane for resistant cases (follow directions exactly)
Ivermectin contraindicated in children younger than 5 yrs

42
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treatment application for scabies

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sleep in the cream over night and do not put the cream on your face

43
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when can you start using sunscreen on a baby

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after 6 months, before that always in shade

44
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treatment for sunburn

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-cool water no ice directly on skin
-NSAIDs for pain
-clean dressings
-do not pop blisters or peel off dead skin
-stay hydrated

45
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treatment for mild ache

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benzyl peroxide or siliconic acid when you wash face at night and let it sit before rinsing off

46
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treatment for moderate to severe ache

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go to derm and get oral med that is highly concentrated with vitamin A that is taken for 6-8 mo

47
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minor rx to sting or bite

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-redness
-swelling
-pan or tenderness
-stinger left in or venom sac forms

48
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severe rx to sting or bite

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anaphylaxis

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care for insect stings or bites

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-if known allergy, call 911 & epipen
-remove stinger w/ credit card
-wash area w/ soap and water
-apply ice or cold pack
-observe for more severe rx

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why are ticks bad

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they are not poisonous but transmit diseases like lyme disease & rocky mountain spotted fever

51
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tick bites

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bite into skin, embed mouth part and con remain for days if not detected

52
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tick bite treatment

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no treatment needed beyond removing the tick but watch for signs of lyme disease which includes rash, fever, chills, severe headache, joint & muscle aches

53
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how to remove a tick

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grasp tick close to the skin with tweezers and pull gently until tick lets go -> wash area w/ soap & water -> put antiseptic on site and apply antibiotic cream if not allergic -> monitor for rash bulleyes

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how to prevent tick bites

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-keep yards and wood tidy
-wear socks w/ pants tucked in
-wear light colored clothing
-do not lay things on the ground
-walk in the middle of paths and avoid unkept trails
-comb through hair & body after being in high risk areas

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