NCLEX RN Practice Question # 585
NCLEX Examination.
Practice Question # 585.
Nclex
CHICKENPOX (VARICELLA)
Description
- Agent: Varicella-zoster virus
- Incubation period: 13 to 17 days
- Communicable period: From 1 to 2 days before the onset of the rash to 6 days after the first crop of vesicles, when crusts have formed
- Source: Respiratory tract secretions of infected person; skin lesions
- Transmission: Direct contact, droplet (airborne) spread, and contaminated objects
Assessment
- Slight fever, malaise, and anorexia are followed by a macular rash that first appears on the trunk and scalp and moves to the face and extremities.
- Lesions become pustules, begin to dry, and develop a crust.
- Lesions may appear on the mucous membranes of the mouth, the genital area, and the rectal area.
Interventions
- In the hospital, ensure strict isolation (contact and droplet precautions).
- At home, isolate the infected child until the vesicles have dried.
- Supportive care