Exam 31: Assisting in Dermatology

Streptococcal impetigo, if left untreated, may result in glomerulonephritis.

Which of the following is caused by an inflammation of the skin that is associated with an allergic response?

Small, purple, hemorrhagic patches on the skin that are frequently associated with bleeding disorders or liver disease are called __________.

Lamisil is an effective topical treatment for onychomycosis.

Repeated episodes of herpes simplex occur because the bacteria is able to lie dormant in a nearby nerve.

Scratch allergy testing is limited to no more than 20 allergens because of the danger of an anaphylactic reaction.

A wound that heals well with little evidence of scar formation is called a keloid.

Benign tumors invade the basement membrane of surrounding tissues.

Samantha Trace is diagnosed with tinea unguium. What term describes the condition of her nails?

The presence of pseudopods indicates a positive reaction to allergen testing.

Only individuals with a history of chickenpox will develop herpes zoster.

__________ is the medical term for devitalized skin that forms a scab or dry crust over a burn area.

Denavir is a topical antiviral used to treat cellulitis.

A malignant melanoma typically develops at the site of a congenital nevus.

Charese Blackman, age 28, was seen in the office today for removal of a malignant melanoma. The physician wants to make sure Ms. Blackman is aware of the changes in a mole that might indicate another problem. Explain the ABCDE rule to her.

Rhinophyma may develop in which of the following?

The dermis contains which of the following?

Full-thickness thermal injury is also referred to as

Acne conglobata is a cystic form of acne that typically occurs in adolescent patients.

___________ causes a yellow discoloration of the skin.