Pruritis Rash – Friday Pop Quiz 11/12
This patient presents with an intensely pruritis rash. KOH examination is negative. She denies any recent travel, however does take her 2 year old to the local playground where there is a sandbox. Which of the following is most appropriate?
A. This is likely a dermatophyte despite a negative KOH. Treat with topical antifungals
B. Inform the patient she is contagious and should isolate he …
This patient presents with an intensely pruritis rash. KOH examination is negative. She denies any recent travel, however does take her 2 year old to the local playground where there is a sandbox. Which of the following is most appropriate?
A. This is likely a dermatophyte despite a negative KOH. Treat with topical antifungals
B. Inform the patient she is contagious and should isolate he … 