The nurse is assessing a child with suspected scabies. Which skin finding is commonly observed in pediatric scabies?

Petechiae and purpura

Sandpaper-like rash with "strawberry tongue"

Vesicular lesions in "dewdrop on a rose petal" pattern

Excoriated papules and nodules with honey-colored crusts

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Explanation: Pediatric scabies presents as excoriated papules and nodules with honey-colored crusts, resulting from intense itching and scratching.

Incorrect choices: a. Petechiae and purpura are indicative of a bleeding disorder or other vascular issues, not scabies.

b. A sandpaper-like rash with "strawberry tongue" is a characteristic finding of scarlet fever, not scabies.

c. Vesicular lesions in a "dewdrop on a rose petal" pattern are typical of chickenpox (varicella), not scabies.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Explanation: Sharing personal items can spread scabies to others, even if they don't have any skin rashes or symptoms. It is essential for the client to avoid sharing personal items to prevent transmission.

Incorrect choices: a. Avoiding close contact with anyone who has scabies or is experiencing itching is necessary to prevent transmission and spread of the infestation.

b. Washing clothes and bedding in hot water and drying them on high heat can effectively kill scabies mites and their eggs, preventing reinfestation.

c. Applying scabicidal cream to itchy or irritated areas of the skin is necessary to treat the infestation and prevent further spread.

A. "Once treated, scabies is usually completely cured, and symptoms resolve within a few weeks." B. "Scabies is a chronic condition that requires long-term management and regular use of scabicidal creams." C. "Proper treatment for scabies can result in symptom relief within a few days of starting the medications." D. "Scabies is a self-limiting condition, and symptoms typically improve without the need for any specific treatment."

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Explanation: This statement is incorrect because scabies is not a chronic condition that requires long-term management. With proper treatment, scabies can be completely cured, and symptoms typically resolve within a few weeks. There is no need for ongoing, long-term management and regular use of scabicidal creams.

Incorrect choices: a. This statement is correct. Once treated, scabies is usually completely cured, and symptoms resolve within a few weeks.

c. This statement is correct. Proper treatment for scabies can result in symptom relief within a few days of starting the medications.

d. This statement is incorrect. Scabies is not a self-limiting condition, and it requires specific treatment to eliminate the infestation and relieve symptoms. Without treatment, scabies can persist and spread to others.

The nurse is assessing a child with suspected scabies. Which skin finding is commonly observed in pediatric scabies?

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The nurse is providing education to a group of clients in a community setting about infection control measures for scabies. Which statement by a client indicates a need for further education?

Correct Answer is D

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The nurse is educating a client with scabies about the prognosis of the condition. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further clarification?

Correct Answer is B

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