A Nurse Assesses a Client Who Has Psoriasis

question 12

Multiple Choice

A nurse assesses a client who has psoriasis.Which action should the nurse take first?

• A) Don gloves and an isolation gown.
• B) Shake the client's hand and introduce self.
• C) Assess for signs and symptoms of infections.
• D) Ask the client if she might be pregnant.

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Definitions:

Vasoconstriction

The constriction of blood vessels that elevates blood pressure and diminishes blood circulation to specific regions.

Thromboxane

Specific class of physiologically active fatty acid derivatives present in many tissues.

Endothelin

A potent vasoconstrictive peptide produced by vascular endothelial cells that regulates blood vessel tone and blood pressure.

Connective Tissue

Tissue that supports, connects, or separates different types of tissues and organs in the body, characterized by few cells and extensive extracellular matrix.