NUR 417 EXAM 3 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS GRADED A+
◉ Candidiasis. Answer: A fungal infection characterized by
itchy/inflamed areas with white exudate, peeling, and bleeding,
commonly found in moist areas.
◉ Symptoms of Candidiasis. Answer: Includes lesions in the mouth,
diaper area, and vagina, with immunosuppressed individuals at
higher risk.
◉ Treatment for Candidiasis. Answer: Includes frequent diaper
changes, topical antifungals (nystatin, miconazole), and oral or IV
antifungals (fluconazole) for esophagitis.
◉ Scabies. Answer: An infestation of scabies mites, common in low-
income areas, childcare centers, and nursing homes, transmitted
through close contact.
◉ Symptoms of Scabies. Answer: Intensely itchy rash, especially at
night, with lesions found between fingers, popliteal folds, and
inguinal regions.
,◉ Treatment for Scabies. Answer: Includes 5% permethrin cream,
treating the entire family, washing laundry, and may take 6 weeks for
itching to stop.
◉ Bacterial vs Fungal Infections. Answer: Bacterial infections
include dermatitis, furuncle, and impetigo; fungal infections include
candidiasis.
◉ Plan of Care for Skin Infections. Answer: Implement a plan to
prevent and treat bacterial and fungal infections and infestations of
the skin in children.
◉ Education for Atopic Dermatitis. Answer: Includes skin hydration,
avoiding excessive heat/irritants, wearing cotton clothing, and
keeping nails short.
◉ Treatment for Atopic Dermatitis. Answer: Includes emollients,
antihistamines, topical steroids, and antibiotics.
◉ FIVE A's of Atopic Dermatitis. Answer: Avoidance, apply
cleanser/moisturizer, anti-inflammatory, anti-itch, anti-bacterial.
◉ Upper airway. Answer: Nasopharynx and nares are smaller.
, ◉ Infants. Answer: Obligate nose breathers.
◉ Epiglottis. Answer: Floppy/long → obstruction.
◉ Lymphatic tissue. Answer: More prone to swelling (sensitive).
◉ Large tongue. Answer: Small oral cavity → short neck.
◉ Soft tissue. Answer: Large amounts and loosely anchored mucous
membranes lining the airway increase risk of edema and
obstruction.
◉ Cartilage in the neck. Answer: Immature → easily collapsed when
flexed.
◉ Prominent occiput. Answer: BIG *** HEAD; neck cartilage can't
support.
◉ Kissing tonsils. Answer: Condition where tonsils are enlarged and
touch each other.
◉ Funnel shaped airway. Answer: Anatomical shape that can
contribute to respiratory distress.
ANSWERS GRADED A+
◉ Candidiasis. Answer: A fungal infection characterized by
itchy/inflamed areas with white exudate, peeling, and bleeding,
commonly found in moist areas.
◉ Symptoms of Candidiasis. Answer: Includes lesions in the mouth,
diaper area, and vagina, with immunosuppressed individuals at
higher risk.
◉ Treatment for Candidiasis. Answer: Includes frequent diaper
changes, topical antifungals (nystatin, miconazole), and oral or IV
antifungals (fluconazole) for esophagitis.
◉ Scabies. Answer: An infestation of scabies mites, common in low-
income areas, childcare centers, and nursing homes, transmitted
through close contact.
◉ Symptoms of Scabies. Answer: Intensely itchy rash, especially at
night, with lesions found between fingers, popliteal folds, and
inguinal regions.
,◉ Treatment for Scabies. Answer: Includes 5% permethrin cream,
treating the entire family, washing laundry, and may take 6 weeks for
itching to stop.
◉ Bacterial vs Fungal Infections. Answer: Bacterial infections
include dermatitis, furuncle, and impetigo; fungal infections include
candidiasis.
◉ Plan of Care for Skin Infections. Answer: Implement a plan to
prevent and treat bacterial and fungal infections and infestations of
the skin in children.
◉ Education for Atopic Dermatitis. Answer: Includes skin hydration,
avoiding excessive heat/irritants, wearing cotton clothing, and
keeping nails short.
◉ Treatment for Atopic Dermatitis. Answer: Includes emollients,
antihistamines, topical steroids, and antibiotics.
◉ FIVE A's of Atopic Dermatitis. Answer: Avoidance, apply
cleanser/moisturizer, anti-inflammatory, anti-itch, anti-bacterial.
◉ Upper airway. Answer: Nasopharynx and nares are smaller.
, ◉ Infants. Answer: Obligate nose breathers.
◉ Epiglottis. Answer: Floppy/long → obstruction.
◉ Lymphatic tissue. Answer: More prone to swelling (sensitive).
◉ Large tongue. Answer: Small oral cavity → short neck.
◉ Soft tissue. Answer: Large amounts and loosely anchored mucous
membranes lining the airway increase risk of edema and
obstruction.
◉ Cartilage in the neck. Answer: Immature → easily collapsed when
flexed.
◉ Prominent occiput. Answer: BIG *** HEAD; neck cartilage can't
support.
◉ Kissing tonsils. Answer: Condition where tonsils are enlarged and
touch each other.
◉ Funnel shaped airway. Answer: Anatomical shape that can
contribute to respiratory distress.
