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Hair, Skin, Nails Analysis Flashcards

1
Q

Which nail disease is most common?

A

Onychomycosis

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2
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What elements are involved in the analysis is hands, nails and skin?

A

Moisture level, temperature, condition

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3
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What is the difference between a systemic and an environmental cause of a nail problem?

A

Systemic: internal factors ; environmental: external factors

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4
Q

Which is the MOST significant consequence of sun damage on the skin?

A

Photoaging

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5
Q

What is the main component of the natural nail unit ?

A

Onyx

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6
Q

What is Psoriasis?

A

A chronic skin condition

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7
Q

Which of the following nail diseases is characterized by inflammation of the matrix and shedding of the nail plate?

A

Onychia

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8
Q

Which layer of the skin contains collagen and elastin?

A

Dermis

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9
Q

Which of the following is a skin pigmentation disorder?

A

Lentigo

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10
Q

Which skin inflammation is characterized by red patches covered with silver-white scales?

A

Psoriasis

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11
Q

What is the difference between a wart and a skin tag?

A

Wart: viral growth ; skin tag: benign

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12
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What is the LEAST common type is skin cancer?

A

Malignant melanoma

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13
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What is the medical term for a fungal infection of the nail?

A

Onychomycosis

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14
Q

What is the MAIN cause of redness, itching, and inflammation in sensitive skin?

A

Easily irritated

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15
Q

Which is the disorder associated with bitten nails?

A

Onychophagy

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16
Q

What is the purpose of Langerhans cells in the epidermis?

A

Protect against pathogens

17
Q

Which of the following is the structural material that composes the natural nail?

A

Keratin

18
Q

Which skin hypertrophy is caused by an outgrowth of scar tissue?

A

Keloids

19
Q

What is Monilethirx?

A

Beaded hair disorder

20
Q

Which skin type is prone to acne and blackheads due to excessive oil production?

A

Oily skin

21
Q

What is the MAIN function of adipose tissue in the hypodermis?

A

Insulation and energy storage

22
Q

Which hair and scalp conditions may signal serious health problems requiring a physicians care?

A

Hair loss, tinea capitis

23
Q

Which disorder is characterized by thin, weak, and easily breakable nails ?

A

Eggshell nails

24
Q

Which of the following gives the skin form and strength?

A

Collagen

25
Q

Which is the living tissue that grows up to the base of the nail plate ?

A

Eponychium

26
Q

What is the difference between a blackhead and a whitehead in acne prone skin?

A

Open and closed comedones

27
Q

Which pigment disorder causes dark patches on the face, often due to hormonal changes?

A

Melasma

28
Q

Which part is one component of a human hair strand ?

A

Hair shaft

29
Q

What is the MOST common sebaceous gland disorder?

A

Acne

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