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A patient presents to the clinic stating they have developed scaly, crusty areas on the lower legs. The patient states “...

A patient presents to the clinic stating they have developed scaly, crusty areas on the lower legs.

The patient states “The itching is driving me crazy!” As the nurse, you would suspect what type

of skin condition?

a.Eczema

b. Striae

c.Impetigo

d. Shingles

22. You get called to your patient’s room because they are complaining of acute shortness of breath. List 3 respiratory conditions and 3 non-respiratory conditions that could be the cause.

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23. Your patient is having a difficult time eating. List at least 4 reasons why this may happen.

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24. The nurse is assessing a client for an unrelated health issue as the patient develops a sudden,

severe headache with no known cause. He complains of dizziness and difficulty seeing out of

one eye. What condition would the nurse suspect for this client?

a.Anxiety attack

b. Impending stroke

c.Retinal detachment

d. Increased intracranial pressure

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Answer: (A) Eczema ( eczema that results from a swelling of veins, in the lower legs which is scaly, crusty and itching)

Answer: The three respiratory conditions may be:

  • Pnemonia
  • Lung infection
  • bronchitis

The three non-respiratory conditions are:

  • Cardiovascular disease
  • Hypertension
  • Dyspnea

Answer: The patient may have sometimes difficulty in eating because:

  1. Loss of appetite because of acid reflux
  2. Depression
  3. Liver cirrhosis
  4. jaundice

Answer: Increased intracranial pressure ( Increased intracranial pressure (ICP) is a rise in pressure around brain. It may be due to an increase in the amount of fluid surrounding brain.)

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