Fluocinonide
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Flucinonide is a topical steroid that is prescribed for skin disorders, which have failed to respond to other corticosteroids, as it suppresses the inflammatory reaction. Cushing's syndrome, exacerbation of infections, mild depigmentation and contact dermatitis are some of the few side effects of this drug and it is most suitable for moist or weepy lesions and for dry and scaly lesions.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2005
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Risk assessment of skin in rheumatic disease
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The process of tissue viability risk assessment for patients with rheumatic disease is described and the use of risk assessment tools that help the nurses to identify risk factors and initiate appropriate care in the client group is discussed. The Waterlow Risk Assessment Card is examined for its potential to identify risk factors affecting tissue viability in rheumatic disease.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2005
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What you need to know about ... Impetigo
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Impetigo is a very contagious bacterial skin infection, which is common in children where the localized redness develops into small blisters that gradually crust and erode. Impetigo can be prevented by complete hygiene and treated with topical antibiotics such as fusidic acid and mupirocin
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2004
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