Abstract
This chapter explores the case of a 4-year-old female, Abigail, who is presented in the clinic for evaluation of a rash with no symptoms of fever. According to her mother, Abigail first developed a small, red papule between her nose and her upper lip a few days prior to the appointment. The patient complains that the rash is sometimes pruritic, so she has been scratching the area. Abigail's mother feels that the rash is spreading due to Abigail's manipulation of the area. The chapter provides essential guidance and information for understanding how to diagnose and manage this case. This includes differential diagnosis and a series of critical thinking questions ideal for family nurse practitioner.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | The Family Nurse Practitioner |
Subtitle of host publication | Clinical Case Studies, Second Edition |
Publisher | Wiley |
Pages | 77-78 |
Number of pages | 2 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781119603238 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781119603191 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2024 |
Keywords
- critical thinking
- differential diagnosis
- family nurse practitioner
- rash
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine
- General Nursing