RASH

Question 1

Describe and discuss the implications of petechiae

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Question 2

Describe and discuss the implications of maculae

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Question 3

Describe and discuss the implications of papule

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Question 4

Describe and discuss the implications of plaque

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Question 5

Describe and discuss the implications of nodule

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Question 6

Describe and discuss the implications of wheal

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Question 7

Describe and discuss the implications of vesicle

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Question 8

Describe and discuss the implications of bulla

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Question 9

Describe and discuss the implications of pustule

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Question 10

Describe and discuss the implications of erosion

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Question 11

Describe and discuss the implications of ulcers

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Question 12

Identify six (6) significant signs and symptoms in a patient with a rash, that will help you with decision making at triage

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Question 13

Discuss the responsibilities of the triage nurse in relation to rash identification

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Question 14

Identify common medical conditions which may present with rash & require isolation

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Question 15

Identify common medical conditions which may present with rash & require immediate intervention

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Question 16

An 8 year old boy is brought in by his mother at 0830. His sister had chicken pox last week, and he now has itchy papules on his torso and neck.
State the questions that will help you in decision-making about this child’s rash?
Outline the clinical signs will you look for to help you make a decision?
Explain what you think is the likely cause of this rash?
Rationalise the triage category will you allocate the patient, and where will you put him in the department?

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Question 17

Mr Rash, 23, presents to the ED complaining of generalised aches and pains and flu like symptoms. Due to the long wait Mr Rash is given Paracetamol 1gm orally and waits four hours before representing to the triage desk. Mr Rash reports feeling extremely unwell and ‘not himself’. A purple rash is noted on his chest.
State the questions that will help you in decision-making about this patient’s rash?
Outline the clinical signs will you look for to help you make a decision?
Explain what you think is the likely cause of this rash?
Rationalise the triage category will you allocate the patient, and where will you put him in the department?

Mr Rash is diagnosed with meningococcal meningitis

Discuss the likely management?

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Question 18

A six year old girl is brought in by her mother, with a history of 2 days fever and vomiting. Today a raised red rash has appeared on the child’s limbs & torso.
State the questions that will help you in decision-making about this child’s rash?
Outline the clinical signs will you look for to help you make a decision?
Explain what you think is the likely cause of this rash?
Rationalise the triage category will you allocate the patient, and where will you put her in the department?

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