Practice Question
What is a Tzanck smear used for in clinical practice?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
To detect viral infections, such as herpes simplex or varicella-zoster.
Rationale:
🟩 A Tzanck smear is a diagnostic tool used to identify multinucleated giant cells in vesicular viral infections.
🟩 It is commonly used when herpes simplex or varicella-zoster is suspected.
🟩 While it doesn't distinguish between viral types, it confirms the presence of a viral etiology.
🟩 Not useful for fungal, bacterial, or cancer screening.
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A. Advise the client to apply lotion to the skin immediately after drying off from a bath.
B. Encourage the client to take a hot shower to relieve itching.
C. Suggest wearing tight clothing to prevent scratching.
D. Instruct the client to use a loofah during bathing to remove dead skin cells.
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Answer Choices:
A. Instruct the client to keep the rash covered with tight bandages.
B. Administer antiviral medication as prescribed.
C. Apply cold compresses to the affected area.
D. Encourage the client to increase fluid intake.
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Answer Choices:
A. Sexually transmitted diseases are exclusively viral infections.
B. No, sexually transmitted diseases are rare causes of male genitourinary tract infections.
C. Yes, sexually transmitted diseases are a common cause of male genitourinary tract infections.
D. Sexually transmitted diseases only affect females, not males.
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Answer Choices:
A. Risk for Infection.
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C. Ineffective Peripheral Tissue Perfusion.
D. Acute pain.
Why is resting in a dark room recommended for patients with meningitis?
Answer Choices:
A. To avoid dehydration and maintain hydration levels.
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- Domain: RN Custom Exam(s)
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