Clinical Manifestations
What is the expected trend for vital signs in the presence of a tinea corporis infection?
Vitals should remain unchanged
What would be the first/simplest way to identify tinea corporis?
What is one of the most important practices in caring for a patient with tinea corporis infection?
Hand washing before and after patient care.
What nursing intervention would most likely resolve tinea corporis infection?
Administer topical medications as prescribed.
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What is the most invasive diagnostic test to confirm tinea corporis infection?
Histological examination/Biopsy
How should topical therapy be applied to a tinea corporis lesion?
To the lesion and at least two centimeters beyond the lesion area once or twice a day for at least two weeks.
What patient hygiene practice is indicated with tinea corporis infection?
Keeping the patient dry
What would be the expected findings upon skin assessment in a patient with tinea corporis?
Annular patches or plaques with advancing, raised border and central clearing
What test is usually indicative of the presence of a tinea corporis infection?
Potassium Hydroxide prep test (KOH)
What is the indicated treatment for tinea corporis infection?
Topical antifungals
What education would the nurse provide to a patient with tinea corporis infection?
Avoid tight fitting clothes, shoes, and communal washing. Complete antifungal medication.
What common treatment will be ineffective in tinea corporis infection?
Antibiotic ointment
What is the most specific test to identify tinea corporis infection?
A fungal culture
Name one medication specifically that can be used in the treatment of tinea corporis infection.
Ketoconazole, clotrimazole, miconazole, allylamines.
What focused lab assessment would be obtained for a patient taking oral antifungals?
Liver function test