Transcript Chapter 53
Chapter 49 The Child with an Alteration in Tissue Integrity Elsevier items and derived items © 2013, 2009, 2005 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. Functions of the Skin Protection Thermoregulation Excretion Production of vitamin D Sensation Elsevier items and derived items © 2013, 2009, 2005 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 2 Increased Risks Caused by Pediatric Differences in the Skin Skin is thinner and more susceptible to irritants and infection. Ratio of skin surface area to body volume is greater, allowing greater absorption. Skin is more susceptible to bacterial invasion. Skin is less ability to regulate temperature. Elsevier items and derived items © 2013, 2009, 2005 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 3 Skin Inflammation Seborrheic dermatitis (cradle cap) Seborrheic diaper dermatitis Contact dermatitis Atopic dermatitis Elsevier items and derived items © 2013, 2009, 2005 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 4 Skin Infection Impetigo Cellulitis Candidiasis Tinea infection Herpes simplex virus (HSV) Elsevier items and derived items © 2013, 2009, 2005 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 5 Skin Infestation Pediculosis capitis (head lice) Pediculosis corporis (body lice) Pediculosis pubis (pubic or crab lice) Mite infestation (scabies) Elsevier items and derived items © 2013, 2009, 2005 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 6 Acne Vulgaris Patient education Regular, gentle cleansing of the skin Applying topical medications Encouraging a healthy lifestyle • Adequate rest • Exercise • Balanced diet The nurse must be sensitive to the effect acne has on self-image. Elsevier items and derived items © 2013, 2009, 2005 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 7 Lewis Book For test P. 434-44 Elsevier items and derived items © 2009, 2005 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 8