NUR 265 Exam 2 Study Questions and
Answers 2026
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Identify the management and nursing care of the pt with infectious and inflammatory
dermatoses (Bacterial)
(cellulitis)
pt education: antibiotic use, skin care and lesion care, don't share personal items, bath
daily with antibacterial soap, DO NOT squeeze furuncles, boils, or pimples
2
Identify the management and nursing care of the pt with infectious and inflammatory
dermatoses (Viral)
-herpes zoster: prescribed antivirals, lesion care, dressings, and hand hygiene
-herpes simplex: prescribed antivirals and prophylactic use, information regarding
spread of herpes, measures to reduce spread to partner or neonates born to mothers
with genital herpes
3
Identify the management and nursing care of the pt with infectious and inflammatory
dermatoses (Fungal)
(candidiasis)
pt education: use of--oral, topical agents, and shampoos, hygiene, using clean towels
and wash clothes each day, DO NOT share personal items, keep skin folds and feet dry,
wear clean dry clothing (underwear and socks also), avoid synthetic, tight-fitting
garments, wet bathing suits, and plastic shoes, avoid excessive heat and humidity
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Use the nursing process as a framework for care of its with Stevens-Johnson syndrome
A: skin and oral inspection, VS (fever, rest status, tachycardia), fatigue, pain levels,
urine--volume/specific gravity/color, local s/s infection at IV site, daily weight evaluate
anxiety and coping mechanism
Dx: impaired tissue integrity, deficient fluid volume and electrolyte loss related to loss
of fluids from denuded skin, risk for imbalanced body temp--hypothermia--related to
heat loss secondary to skin loss, acute pain related to denuded skin/oral lesions/
possible infections, anxiety related to physical appearance
P: maintain skin and mucous integrity, attain fluid balance, preventing hypothermia,
pain relief, preventing infection, reduce anxiety, monitor/manage for complications,
and promote home and community based care
Implement: keep skin moisturized, use barrier cream if needed, keep skin clean, oral
care, provide plenty of fluids, ensure enough sodium is in the diet, provide warm
blankets/proper clothing, provide pain meds or other non pharmacological pain
interventions, teaching on how to prevent infection, proper hygiene, provided anxiety
meds, promote a relaxing environment, teach about relaxation techniques, check in on
pt every 15-30 mins, monitor VS, talk about living situation/special services available
(meals programs, safety measures, etc.), and meet with social worker/family
E: skin and mucous integrity has improved, proper fluid balance, maintain body temp,
pain relief, no infection m anxiety has reduced, no complications
5
Compare the various types of vaginal infections and the signs, symptoms, and
treatments of each (Vaginitis)
S&S: discharge and irritation from alkaline pH of vaginal secretions
Treatments: topical vaginal estrogen therapy; improve nutrition if necessary; relieve
dryness: using moisturizing medications
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Compare the various types of vaginal infections and the signs, symptoms, and
treatments of each (Candiasis)
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