Question 1

The cause of contact dermatitis can often be identified by:

Accepted Answer

A)  using a culture and sensitivity test on the exudate. 
B)  checking the frequency of the exacerbations. 
C)  noting the location and size of the lesion. 
D)  the type of pain associated with the lesion. 
A)  using a culture and sensitivity test on the exudate. 
B)  checking the frequency of the exacerbations. 
C)  noting the location and size of the lesion. 
D)  the type of pain associated with the lesion.

Question 2

Which of the following statements applies to impetigo?

Accepted Answer

A)  Lesions usually appear on the hands and arms. 
B)  The cause is usually a virus. 
C)  The infection is highly contagious. 
D)  Scar tissue is common following infection. 
A)  Lesions usually appear on the hands and arms. 
B)  The cause is usually a virus. 
C)  The infection is highly contagious. 
D)  Scar tissue is common following infection.

Question 3

Choose the best description of the typical lesion of impetigo.

Accepted Answer

A)  Large, red, painful nodule filled with purulent exudates 
B)  Small vesicles that rupture to produce a crusty brown pruritic mass 
C)  Red, swollen, painful areas often with projecting red streaks 
D)  Firm, raised papules that may have a rough surface and may be painful 
A)  Large, red, painful nodule filled with purulent exudates 
B)  Small vesicles that rupture to produce a crusty brown pruritic mass 
C)  Red, swollen, painful areas often with projecting red streaks 
D)  Firm, raised papules that may have a rough surface and may be painful

Question 4

Which lesion distinguishes Tinea corporis?

Accepted Answer

A)  Small, brown pruritic lines 
B)  Painful and pruritic fissures 
C)  Erythematous ring of vesicles with a clear center 
D)  Firm, red, painful nodule or pustule 
A)  Small, brown pruritic lines 
B)  Painful and pruritic fissures 
C)  Erythematous ring of vesicles with a clear center 
D)  Firm, red, painful nodule or pustule

Question 5

Why do secondary infections frequently develop in pruritic lesions?

Accepted Answer

A)  Loss of protective sebum 
B)  Entry of resident flora while scratching the lesion 
C)  Blockage of sebaceous glands 
D)  Increased sweat production 
A)  Loss of protective sebum 
B)  Entry of resident flora while scratching the lesion 
C)  Blockage of sebaceous glands 
D)  Increased sweat production

Question 6

Which of the following statements regarding acute necrotizing fasciitis is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Infection is localized in a small area of the epidermis. 
B)  It is usually caused by S. aureus. 
C)  Spontaneous recovery usually occurs in 48 hours. 
D)  Infection rapidly causes extensive tissue necrosis and toxic shock. 
A)  Infection is localized in a small area of the epidermis. 
B)  It is usually caused by S. aureus. 
C)  Spontaneous recovery usually occurs in 48 hours. 
D)  Infection rapidly causes extensive tissue necrosis and toxic shock.

Question 7

One factor that is responsible for increasing the mortality rate among patients suffering with necrotizing fasciitis is:

Accepted Answer

A)  a delay in initial diagnosis. 
B)  lack of proper antibiotics. 
C)  the appearance of additional opportunistic infections. 
D)  secondary fungal infections. 
A)  a delay in initial diagnosis. 
B)  lack of proper antibiotics. 
C)  the appearance of additional opportunistic infections. 
D)  secondary fungal infections.

Question 8

Leprosy (Hansen's disease) is caused by:

Accepted Answer

A)  a fungus. 
B)  a bacterium. 
C)  a virus. 
D)  a helminth. 
A)  a fungus. 
B)  a bacterium. 
C)  a virus. 
D)  a helminth.

Question 9

Which disease is considered an autoimmune disorder?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pemphigus 
B)  Erysipelas 
C)  Contact dermatitis 
D)  Scleroderma 
A)  Pemphigus 
B)  Erysipelas 
C)  Contact dermatitis 
D)  Scleroderma

Question 10

Which type of microbe causes Tinea infections?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fungus 
B)  Virus 
C)  Gram-negative bacterium 
D)  Mite 
A)  Fungus 
B)  Virus 
C)  Gram-negative bacterium 
D)  Mite

The cause of contact dermatitis can often be identified by:

Which of the following statements applies to impetigo?

Choose the best description of the typical lesion of impetigo.

Which lesion distinguishes Tinea corporis?

Why do secondary infections frequently develop in pruritic lesions?

Which of the following statements regarding acute necrotizing fasciitis is TRUE?

One factor that is responsible for increasing the mortality rate among patients suffering with necrotizing fasciitis is:

Leprosy (Hansen's disease) is caused by:

Which disease is considered an autoimmune disorder?

Which type of microbe causes Tinea infections?

Introduction to Pathophysiology

Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Imbalances

Introduction to Basic Pharmacology and Other Common Therapies

Pain

Inflammation and Healing

Infection

Immunity

Musculoskeletal Disorders

Blood and Circulatory System Disorders

Lymphatic System Disorders

Cardiovascular System Disorders

Respiratory System Disorders

Neurological Disorders

Disorders of the Eye, Ear, and Other Sensory Organs

Endocrine System Disorders

Digestive System Disorders

Urinary System Disorders

Reproductive System Disorders

Neoplasms and Cancer

Congenital and Genetic Disorders

Complications Due to Pregnancy

Complications Due to Adolescence

Complications Due to Aging

Immobility and Associated Problems

Stress and Associated Problems

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Exam 8: Skin Disorders

The cause of contact dermatitis can often be identified by:

Which of the following statements applies to impetigo?

Choose the best description of the typical lesion of impetigo.

Which lesion distinguishes Tinea corporis?

Why do secondary infections frequently develop in pruritic lesions?

Which of the following statements regarding acute necrotizing fasciitis is TRUE?

One factor that is responsible for increasing the mortality rate among patients suffering with necrotizing fasciitis is:

Leprosy (Hansen's disease) is caused by:

Which disease is considered an autoimmune disorder?

Which type of microbe causes Tinea infections?

Introduction to Pathophysiology

Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Imbalances

Introduction to Basic Pharmacology and Other Common Therapies

Pain

Inflammation and Healing

Infection

Immunity

Musculoskeletal Disorders

Blood and Circulatory System Disorders

Lymphatic System Disorders

Cardiovascular System Disorders

Respiratory System Disorders

Neurological Disorders

Disorders of the Eye, Ear, and Other Sensory Organs

Endocrine System Disorders

Digestive System Disorders

Urinary System Disorders

Reproductive System Disorders

Neoplasms and Cancer

Congenital and Genetic Disorders

Complications Due to Pregnancy

Complications Due to Adolescence

Complications Due to Aging

Immobility and Associated Problems

Stress and Associated Problems

Substance Abuse and Associated Problems

Environmental Hazards and Associated Problems

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