This section focuses on understanding atopic dermatitis (AD) and psoriasis, detailing their pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, risk factors, and diagnostic approaches. It highlights relevant nu...This section focuses on understanding atopic dermatitis (AD) and psoriasis, detailing their pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, risk factors, and diagnostic approaches. It highlights relevant nursing interventions, including pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatments, and the importance of culturally sensitive care. The section emphasizes evaluating the effectiveness of care, addressing skin integrity, and managing potential secondary infections.
This chapter focuses on addressing dermatological conditions, which often manifest as itching and rashes. It guides nurses on collecting essential information when assessing a patient with a skin cond...This chapter focuses on addressing dermatological conditions, which often manifest as itching and rashes. It guides nurses on collecting essential information when assessing a patient with a skin condition, determining diagnosis, and implementing nursing interventions. The chapter aims to enhance the understanding of recognizing and analyzing integumentary cues, prioritizing nursing diagnoses, creating care plans, and generating interventions and expected outcomes.
