COMPREHENSIVE PEDIATRIC NURSING
TOPICS: INFECTIONS, ONCOLOGY,
CARDIAC, RESPIRATORY, GI, POISONING
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,What bacteria commonly cause Beta-hemolytic Streptococcus and Staphylococcus
Impetigo? aureus (Staph).
What are the most common areas Around the mouth, hands, neck, and extremities.
affected by Impetigo?
How do bacteria enter the skin in Through cuts, scratches, insect bites, or skin
Impetigo? irritation.
What are classic signs and symptoms Lesions that weep cloudy serous fluid, honey-
of Impetigo? colored crusts, pruritus, burning sensation, vesicles
or pustules filled with pus, and redness and edema
around lesions.
What is a key NCLEX clue for Honey-colored crusts around the mouth.
Impetigo?
What nursing intervention is crucial Initiate contact precautions due to its ease of
for managing Impetigo? spread.
What topical antibiotic is commonly Mupirocin ointment.
used for Impetigo?
,How long is Impetigo communicable 48 hours.
after starting antibiotics?
What is Pediculosis Capitis? Infestation of the scalp with head lice.
How do head lice spread? Through direct head-to-head contact and indirect
contact via sharing hats, brushes, towels, bedding,
or clothing.
What are common areas of Occipital area (back of head) and behind ears.
infestation for head lice?
What is a key sign of head lice Severe itching caused by lice bites.
infestation?
What do nits look like? Tiny eggs attached to hair shafts, resembling gray
or silver specks.
What is the most common treatment Pediculicide shampoo, such as Permethrin.
for Pediculosis Capitis?
, What should parents do to remove Use a fine-tooth comb to carefully remove nits
nits from hair? from damp hair.
What is the purpose of using a To loosen nits from the hair shaft.
vinegar and water mixture for lice?
How should items that cannot be Seal them in a plastic bag for 2-3 weeks.
washed be treated to prevent lice
spread?
What is a major clue for identifying Honey-colored crusts.
Impetigo?
What should be done to prevent the Avoid sharing personal items like brushes, hats, and
spread of head lice? hair accessories.
What is the priority action for a child Apply mittens if needed to prevent further
with Impetigo who is scratching infection spread.
lesions?
What is the difference between nits Nits stick tightly to hair, while dandruff flakes off
and dandruff? easily.
TOPICS: INFECTIONS, ONCOLOGY,
CARDIAC, RESPIRATORY, GI, POISONING
| COMPLETE STUDY GUIDE 2026 |
GRADED A+ | GUARANTEED SUCCESS
Updated 2026 Questions and Answers | 100% Verified
Exam Prep and Comprehensive Rationales Included
,What bacteria commonly cause Beta-hemolytic Streptococcus and Staphylococcus
Impetigo? aureus (Staph).
What are the most common areas Around the mouth, hands, neck, and extremities.
affected by Impetigo?
How do bacteria enter the skin in Through cuts, scratches, insect bites, or skin
Impetigo? irritation.
What are classic signs and symptoms Lesions that weep cloudy serous fluid, honey-
of Impetigo? colored crusts, pruritus, burning sensation, vesicles
or pustules filled with pus, and redness and edema
around lesions.
What is a key NCLEX clue for Honey-colored crusts around the mouth.
Impetigo?
What nursing intervention is crucial Initiate contact precautions due to its ease of
for managing Impetigo? spread.
What topical antibiotic is commonly Mupirocin ointment.
used for Impetigo?
,How long is Impetigo communicable 48 hours.
after starting antibiotics?
What is Pediculosis Capitis? Infestation of the scalp with head lice.
How do head lice spread? Through direct head-to-head contact and indirect
contact via sharing hats, brushes, towels, bedding,
or clothing.
What are common areas of Occipital area (back of head) and behind ears.
infestation for head lice?
What is a key sign of head lice Severe itching caused by lice bites.
infestation?
What do nits look like? Tiny eggs attached to hair shafts, resembling gray
or silver specks.
What is the most common treatment Pediculicide shampoo, such as Permethrin.
for Pediculosis Capitis?
, What should parents do to remove Use a fine-tooth comb to carefully remove nits
nits from hair? from damp hair.
What is the purpose of using a To loosen nits from the hair shaft.
vinegar and water mixture for lice?
How should items that cannot be Seal them in a plastic bag for 2-3 weeks.
washed be treated to prevent lice
spread?
What is a major clue for identifying Honey-colored crusts.
Impetigo?
What should be done to prevent the Avoid sharing personal items like brushes, hats, and
spread of head lice? hair accessories.
What is the priority action for a child Apply mittens if needed to prevent further
with Impetigo who is scratching infection spread.
lesions?
What is the difference between nits Nits stick tightly to hair, while dandruff flakes off
and dandruff? easily.
