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WorksheetsRLE 109 - QSEN Competencies (Module 8, 9, and 17 Requirement)
Total questions: 6
Worksheet time: 2mins
Janine, an 8-year-old child presents with concerns of an itchy, scaly, and silvery scalp with patches of broken hair. Dra. Pasion took a sample of the child’s hair and scalp obtained by scraping or brushing to be tested in the laboratory. The samples showed a presence of fungus which confirms a diagnosis of Tinea capitis. What should the nurse expect in the management of this condition to include? Select all that apply.
Administering oral griseofulvin
Administering topical or oral antibiotics such as sulfonamides
Topical shampoo such as selenium sulfide (Selsun shampoo)
No treatment is needed for Tinea capitis because it typically heals on its own after a few days
Tinea capitis is a fungal infection that commonly occurs in children. The nurse identifies which signs and symptoms of this condition are important for the health team members to know? Select all that apply.
Hair loss
Itching
Scaling
Dandruff
A 2008 meta-analysis found that griseofulvin remains an effective therapy for Tinea capitis and it has been the traditional treatment of choice in all ringworm infections of the scalp. According to PeaceHealth, food, especially with high-fat content, increases griseofulvin absorption. The nurse provides instructions to the family regarding the administration of the medication. Based on the study, which of the following statements should a nurse be most concerned about?
“I need to keep Deanna out of the sun.”
“I need to continue the therapy as long as it is prescribed.”
“I need to shake the oral suspension before preparing the dose.”
“I need to administer the medication 2 hours before meals.”
Bea was diagnosed with Tinea capitis. Which of the following statements best shows that Mrs. De Leon who is the mother of Bea received adequate patient education on the prevention of Tinea capitis? Select all that apply.
“I will not let my child go near dogs to avoid ticks.”
“I will be more careful on the foods that I prepare to avoid it from being contaminated with Escherichia coli.”
“I will buy my daughter a personal comb and not let her borrow other people’s comb.”
“I will have our dog examined by a veterinarian because pets are capable of transmitting Tinea capitis to humans.”
Kat is a child with Tinea capitis. Kat’s mother is worried about the other two younger children in their home and hopes that they will not get into the same condition as Kat. Which of the following would be important for the nurse to convey to Kat’s mother to provide safety among the other members of the family and prevent the spread of Tinea capitis? Select all that apply.
Do not allow children to exchange towels, combs, hairbrushes, or towels.
Emphasize good hygiene.
Wash the towels, clothes, and beddings in hot, soapy water after each use. Rinse and dry.
Clean combs and hairbrushes well. Soak combs and brushes in a solution of half bleach and water for 1 hour a day.
A 6-year-old child was diagnosed with tinea capitis and the healthcare provider initiated the treatment and ordered oral griseofulvin. The mother asks the nurse within which time frame can the child return to school, what would be the appropriate answer for the nurse to say?
12 hours
24 hours
1 week
2 days
