Continuing Nursing Education
Accurately Diagnosing Commonly Misdiagnosed Circular Rashes
Debbie Popovich
Allison McAlhany
Rashes
are common in the pediatric population yet can be quite problematic for
nurse practitioners to diagnose. A thorough history and physical
examination, along with some simple procedures, will aid in identifying
these skin conditions. Four cases are presented, which may initially
prove challenging to diagnose, and symptoms are categorically examined
to arrive at the accurate diagnoses. Treatment guidelines, options, and
the role of parental education and involvement also are discussed.
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