Derm, MSK, Neuro quiz 2 Flashcards
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what is the primary characteristic of eczema
itchy and inflamed skin
which condition is commonly known as shingles
herpes zoster
what are the main symptoms of psoriasis
red, scaly patches and increased skin turnover
what type of age group is associated with impetigo
infants and school aged children
what is a macule
flat, discoloured area of skin, flush with the skin
what type of fungal skin infection is known as ringworm
tinea
what is the primary cause of acne vulgaris
hormonal changes
what happens w chronic inflammation of sebacceous glands
leads to acne vulgaris
what is the most common form of skin cancer
basal cell carcinoma
what is not a characteristic of basal cell carninoma?
scaly patches
pearly nodules
ulcerated areas
non healing sores all are
what is the most common cause of contact dermatitis
allgergens or irrtitants
what is the hallmark sign of shingles
a painful rash following a dermatomal pattern (usually unilateral)
what type of infection is cellulitis and what tissue does it affect
bacterial infection of the deep dermis and subcutaneus tissue
what condition presents with a butterfly rash over the cheeks and nose
lupus
what type of skin cancer commonly presents as a non-healing ulcer or sore
basal cell carinoma
what type of lesion is a papule
raised solid bump
what condition is characterized by honey-colored crusts
non bullous impetigo
what is an appropriate massage consideration for warts
treat linens as contaminated
massage consids for a pt with bruises
local CI until greenish-yellow
massage consid for a client dx with basal cell carcinoma
ask the client about current S&S and side effects of tx
what does demineralization of bones causing them to become soft, flexible and deformed refer to
osteomalacia
what is the key difference between osteomalacia and osteoporosis
osteomalacia is associated w Vit D deficiency and soft bones
osteoporosis involves bone density loss
What type of headache is characterized by unilateral pain and may have an aura →
migraine
Which type of neuropathy is often caused by diabetes
peripheral neuropathy
Which type of fracture involves a break in the bone that does not penetrate the skin
closed fracture