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NR 443 CHAPTER 52: SKIN DISORDERS | VERIFIED SOLUTION

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. Displaying her hands, a patient asks, “Do you think my liver is OK? Look at all these liver spots!” What is the most appropriate nursing response? a. “The spots could mean something is wrong; ... I will make a note of it.” b. “The spots are normal aging changes and have nothing to do with your liver.” c. “Have you recently been exposed to hepatitis?” d. “Don’t worry about them. They will fade during the winter.” A confused patient has been restrained because of combativeness and hyperactivity. What skin assessment may occur as a result of the restraints? a. Lentigines b. Senile purpura c. Senile angiomas d. Seborrheic keratoses What should a nurse ask about when taking the functional assessment of a patient with a skin disorder? a. A sore that is slow to heal b. Unusual hair growth c. Previous skin disorders d. Exposure to chemicals or irritants What information should a nurse provide to a patient with vitiligo receiving phototherapy? a. “Expose yourself to the sun for several hours before treatment to acclimate the skin surface.” b. “Wear protective clothing.” c. “Wear loose clothing such as sleeveless T-shirts and shorts after the treatment.” d. “Leave off sunglasses after treatment so your eyes can more quickly accommodate.” A nurse is screening patients that the plastic surgeon is considering for phototherapy. Which patient should the nurse exclude? a. A 34-year-old woman with lupus erythematosus b. A 5-year-old child with pneumonia c. A 60-year-old man with a pacemaker d. A 23-year-old woman who is 3 months’ pregnant A nurse is caring for a patient with pruritus. Which implementation can the nurse perform without a physician’s order? a. Apply topical corticosteroids to affected areas. b. Administer an antihistamine. c. Apply lubricant to unbroken skin. d. Bathe the patient in an oatmeal bath. [Show More]

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