Question 1

The National Cancer Institute recommends a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 for patients of all ages who are exposed to midday sun.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

One of the possible complications of a large, benign mass is metastasis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Zostavax is recommended for which of the following patients?

Accepted Answer

A)  Infants 12 to 18 months old 
B)  Older adults who have never had shingles 
C)  All adults over age 60, regardless of whether they have had shingles 
D)  Any age group that has not had chickenpox 
A)  Infants 12 to 18 months old 
B)  Older adults who have never had shingles 
C)  All adults over age 60, regardless of whether they have had shingles 
D)  Any age group that has not had chickenpox

Question 4

Acceptable sites for skin testing include the anterior forearm, the upper arm, and the back.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Cells that are in a primitive form and are diagnostic of a cancer-producing tumor are called __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Cells that are in a primitive form...

Question 6

Chemical exfoliation may cause an increased level of photophobia.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

What major preventive action can patients take to prevent malignant neoplasms?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use tanning beds rather than direct sun. 
B)  Use lotions with a high SPF. 
C)  Refrain from picking at acne lesions. 
D)  Avoid direct contact with infected individuals. 
A)  Use tanning beds rather than direct sun. 
B)  Use lotions with a high SPF. 
C)  Refrain from picking at acne lesions. 
D)  Avoid direct contact with infected individuals.

Question 8

In cryosurgery, extremely hot temperatures are used to destroy the treated tissue.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Tabitha Anderson is scheduled for skin testing next week. What is an important part of the preparation for this procedure?

Accepted Answer

A)  The procedure should be performed before the physician gets to the office to see patients for the day. 
B)  The patient should continue to take antihistamines to prevent a serious response to allergens. 
C)  The patient should stop taking all antihistamines or allergy medication 3 to 10 days before testing. 
A)  The procedure should be performed before the physician gets to the office to see patients for the day. 
B)  The patient should continue to take antihistamines to prevent a serious response to allergens. 
C)  The patient should stop taking all antihistamines or allergy medication 3 to 10 days before testing.

Question 10

A wheal forming at the site of a skin test indicates an allergic reaction to the serum.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which of the following is true about the Mohs technique?

Accepted Answer

A)  It increases the possibility of keloid formation. 
B)  It is recommended for the removal of severe acne scars. 
C)  It uses photothermolysis to remove pigmented areas. 
D)  It is used to remove cancerous skin lesions layer by layer to minimize the chance of regrowth. 
A)  It increases the possibility of keloid formation. 
B)  It is recommended for the removal of severe acne scars. 
C)  It uses photothermolysis to remove pigmented areas. 
D)  It is used to remove cancerous skin lesions layer by layer to minimize the chance of regrowth.

Question 12

A freckle is called a

Accepted Answer

A)  macule. 
B)  papule. 
C)  bulla. 
D)  pustule. 
A)  macule. 
B)  papule. 
C)  bulla. 
D)  pustule.

Question 13

Which of the following methods is used when an entire mole is removed for examination under a microscope?

Accepted Answer

A)  Excision biopsy 
B)  Punch biopsy 
C)  Shave biopsy 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Excision biopsy 
B)  Punch biopsy 
C)  Shave biopsy 
D)  All of the above

Question 14

Which of the following therapies may be used for the removal of fine lines and wrinkles, pigmented areas, shallow scars, and tattoos?

Accepted Answer

A)  Laser resurfacing 
B)  Dermabrasion 
C)  Chemical peel 
D)  Botox injections 
A)  Laser resurfacing 
B)  Dermabrasion 
C)  Chemical peel 
D)  Botox injections

Question 15

A patient with vitiligo has a problem with uniform skin pigmentation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A patient scheduled for allergy skin tests should continue to take prescription antihistamines before the procedure to limit a dangerous allergic reaction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following is(are) caused by staphylococci or streptococci? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A) Mycotic infections 
B) Cellulitis 
C) Furuncle 
D) Acne vulgaris 
E) Impetigo 
A) Mycotic infections 
B) Cellulitis 
C) Furuncle 
D) Acne vulgaris 
E) Impetigo

Question 18

A procedure in which revolving wire brushes or sandpaper is used to remove superficial scars is called

Accepted Answer

A)  exacerbation. 
B)  dermabrasion. 
C)  electrodessication. 
D)  cryosurgery. 
A)  exacerbation. 
B)  dermabrasion. 
C)  electrodessication. 
D)  cryosurgery.

Question 19

Keratin is a protective protein found in the dermal layer of the skin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which is not an appropriate action when treating frostbite?

Accepted Answer

A)  Using a heat source of up to 105° F 
B)  Taking time to monitor vital signs periodically during treatment 
C)  Warming the area with an external, even heat source 
D)  Gently rubbing the affected area 
A)  Using a heat source of up to 105° F 
B)  Taking time to monitor vital signs periodically during treatment 
C)  Warming the area with an external, even heat source 
D)  Gently rubbing the affected area

Exam 31: Assisting in Dermatology

The National Cancer Institute recommends a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 for patients of all ages who are exposed to midday sun.

One of the possible complications of a large, benign mass is metastasis.

Zostavax is recommended for which of the following patients?

Acceptable sites for skin testing include the anterior forearm, the upper arm, and the back.

Cells that are in a primitive form and are diagnostic of a cancer-producing tumor are called __________.

Chemical exfoliation may cause an increased level of photophobia.

What major preventive action can patients take to prevent malignant neoplasms?

In cryosurgery, extremely hot temperatures are used to destroy the treated tissue.

Tabitha Anderson is scheduled for skin testing next week. What is an important part of the preparation for this procedure?

A wheal forming at the site of a skin test indicates an allergic reaction to the serum.

Which of the following is true about the Mohs technique?

A freckle is called a

Which of the following methods is used when an entire mole is removed for examination under a microscope?

Which of the following therapies may be used for the removal of fine lines and wrinkles, pigmented areas, shallow scars, and tattoos?

A patient with vitiligo has a problem with uniform skin pigmentation.

A patient scheduled for allergy skin tests should continue to take prescription antihistamines before the procedure to limit a dangerous allergic reaction.

Which of the following is(are) caused by staphylococci or streptococci? (Select all that apply.)

A procedure in which revolving wire brushes or sandpaper is used to remove superficial scars is called

Keratin is a protective protein found in the dermal layer of the skin.

Which is not an appropriate action when treating frostbite?

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