Chapter 6: Diseases and Conditions of the Integumentary System: Treatment

Question 1

What is the treatment of Seborrheic Dermatitis

Answer 1

cortisone cream; nonprescription shampoo; gentle massage

Question 2

What is the treatment of Contact Dermatitis

Answer 2

cleaning of skin surface; corticosteroid cream; oral steroid

Question 3

What is the treatment of Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)

Answer 3

moisturizers, sunlight, vitamin D; NSAIDs

Question 4

What is the treatment of Urticaria

Answer 4

antihistamines, epinephrine, prednisone

Question 5

What is the treatment of Psoriasis

Answer 5

moisturizer; UV light, steroid creams; medications

Question 6

What is the treatment of Rosacea

Answer 6

no cure; cleansing, medications, change of lifestyle, avoid triggers (cold, heat, stress)

Question 7

What is the treatment of Acne Vulgaris

Answer 7

antibiotics; keratolytic agents; retinoids; topical creams

Question 8

What is the treatment of Herpes Zoster (Shingles)

Answer 8

anaglesics, antipruritics, steroids, mild tranquilizers, topical cream

Question 9

What is the treatment of Impetigo

Answer 9

antibiotics, proper cleaning of lesions

Question 10

What is the treatment of Furuncles and Carbuncles

Answer 10

hot compresses; I&D; antibiotics

Question 11

What is the treatment of Cellulitis

Answer 11

immobilization of limb; warm compresses, antibiotics, NSAIDs

Question 12

What is the treatment of Dermatophytoses

Answer 12

antifungal medications; keep skin clean and dry; prevent excess perspiration

Question 13

What is the treatment of Decubitus Ulcers

Answer 13

topical agents, antiseptic irrigation, debridement, antibiotics

Question 14

What is the treatment of Scabies and Pediculosis

Answer 14

special shampoo, meticulous combing; creams, lotions

Question 15

What is the treatment of Actinic Keratosis

Answer 15

cryosurgery, curettage; excision; corticosteroids; antibiotics

Question 16

What is the treatment of Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers

Answer 16

Mohs surgery, cryosurgery, electrodesiccation, curettage; drug therapy

Question 17

What is the treatment of Malignant Melanoma

Answer 17

excision of lesion; high dose interferon, chemo, radiation; reconstruction therapy

Question 18

What is the treatment of Abnormal Skin Pigmentation

Answer 18

depigmenting creams; ultraviolet lamp treaments, drug therapy; mole removal; laser

Question 19

What is the treatment of Alopecia

Answer 19

hair growth creams/sprays; drug therapy; hair transplantation

Question 20

What is the treatment of Folliculitis

Answer 20

topical antiseptic cleanser; antibiotic

Question 21

What is the treatment of Corns and Calluses

Answer 21

relieve pressure and friction; chemical agents; surgial trimming

Question 22

What is the treatment of Vurrucae (Warts)

Answer 22

paints, creams, plasters; surgical excision, cryosurgery, electrodessication

Question 23

What is the treatment of Deformed or Discolored Nails

Answer 23

correct underlying illness; keeping nail clean and trimmed straight; cut ingrown edge

Question 24

What is the treatment of Paronychia

Answer 24

antibiotics; antifungal cream or paint