Exam 2: NSG3250 / NSG 3250 (2024
/ 2025 Update) Adult Health I | Complete Review with Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A
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varicella zoster virus follows a
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dermatome.
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risk factors of herpes zoster
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advanced age, previous varicella exposure, and immunosuppression.
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areas typically affected by herpes zoster
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chest, back, face.
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symptoms of herpes zoster
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severe pain, bands of vesicles, malaise, fever and itching.
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what are the herpes zoster phases?
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pre-eruptive, acute eruptive, and post-herpetic neuralgia.
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what medications are used for herpes zoster?
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antivirals including famciclovir and acyclovir, analgesics and calamine lotion.
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what is the vaccine that’s used for herpes zoster?
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zostavax.
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candidiasis is a
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fungal infection caused by yeast.
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candidiasis risk factors
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frequent antibiotic use, diabetes, HIV, poor hygiene and corticosteroid use.
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s/s of candidiasis
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itching, water/white/thick discharge, signs vary based on location.
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what medication is used for candidiasis
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nystatin
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nystatin is a what medication? and what is it used for?
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an anti-fungal thats used for candidiasis.
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Impetigo is a
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bacterial infection
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impetigo S/S
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small red macules that rupture to a crust, common on extremities or face.
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