Chapter 8

Question 1

Cyst

Answer 1

A closed, abnormally developed sac that contains fluid,pus,semifluid, or morbid matter,above or below the skin

Question 2

Macule

Answer 2

Any flat spot or discoloration on the skin, such as a freckle or a red spot, left after a pimple has healed

Question 3

Pustule

Answer 3

A raised, inflamed, papule with a white or yellow center containing pus in the top of the lesion referred to as the head of a pimple

Question 4

Tumor

Answer 4

An abnormal mass varying in size ,shape, and color. Tumors are sometimes associated with cancer, but the term tumor can mean any sort of abnormal mass

Question 5

Excoriation

Answer 5

A skin sore or abrasion produced by scratching or scraping

Question 6

Fissure

Answer 6

A crack in the skin that penetrates the dermis. Ex. Severely cracked and/or chapped hands or lips

Question 7

Keloid

Answer 7

A thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue

Question 8

Scale

Answer 8

Any thin dry or oily plate of epidermal flakes. Ex. Abnormal or excessive dandruff.

Question 9

Closed comedo

Answer 9

Also known as white head , and appears as a small bump just under the skin surface

Question 10

Rosacea

Answer 10

Chronic condition that appears primarily on the cheeks and nose

Question 11

Hyperhidrosis

Answer 11

Excessive sweating,caused by heat or general body weakness

Question 12

Eczema

Answer 12

Inflammatory uncomfortable and often chronic disease of the skin characterized by moderate to severe inflammation scaling and sometimes severe itching. There are several different types

Question 13

Herpes simplex

Answer 13

A recurring viral infection that often presents as a fever blister or cold sore. Characterized by the eruption of a single vesicle or group of vesicles on a red swollen base

Question 14

Psoriasis

Answer 14

A skin disease characterized by red patches covered with silver white scales and is usually found on the scalp elbows knees chest and lower back

Question 15

Dyschromias

Answer 15

Abnormal colorations accompany skin disorders and many systematic disorders

Question 16

Albinism

Answer 16

Congenital hypopigmentation or absence of melanin pigment in the body including the skin hair and eyes

Question 17

Chloasma

Answer 17

Also known as liver spots, a condition characterized by hyperpigmentation on the skin in spots that are not elevated

Question 18

Lentigines

Answer 18

Freckles

Question 19

Leukoderma

Answer 19

A skin disorder characterized by light abnormal patches. I’m is caused by a burn or congenital disease that destroys the pigment producing cells

Question 20

Nevus

Answer 20

Also known as a birthmark. Small or large malformation of the skin due to abnormal pigmentation or dilated capillaries

Question 21

Keratoma

Answer 21

A callus

Question 22

Mole

Answer 22

Small brownish spot or blemish on the skin ranging in color from pale to tan to brown or bluish black

Question 23

Verruca

Answer 23

Also know as a wart. A hypertrophy of the papillae and epidermis

Question 24

Malignant melanoma

Answer 24

Often characterized by black or dark brown patches on the skin that may appear uneven in texture jagged or raised

Question 25

Approximately 80-85 percent of the symptoms of aging skin are caused by the rays of the sun.

Answer 25

As we age the collagen and elastin fibers of the skin naturally weaken. This weakening happens at a much faster rate when the skin is frequently exposed to it light without proper protection

Question 26

UVB rays

Answer 26

Shorter rays that stop penetration at the base of the epidermis

Question 27

Avoid

Answer 27

Exposing children younger than 6 months of age to the sun

Question 28

Contact dermatitis

Answer 28

An inflammation of the skin caused by having contact with certain chemicals or substances.

Question 29

Taking the time to keep your implements tools equipment and surfaces clean and disinfected is an important step in

Answer 29

Protection yourself and avoiding a skin problem