Integumentary

Question 1

what are some factors that affect wound healing?

Answer 1

nutrition
immunocompromised
poor circulation
stress
antiseptics
medications
diabetes
anemia
infection

Question 2

how should wounds be cleaned?

Answer 2

mild soap and water

Question 3

what 3 things are toxic to wounds?

Answer 3

povidone-iodine
Alcohol
Hydrogen peroxide

Question 4

what is the most common complication with wound healing?

Answer 4

pruritis

Question 5

what can help to relieve pruritic?

Answer 5

cooling baths
compresses
baking soda baths
prevent scratching

Question 6

what is an example of an antipruritic medication?

Answer 6

benadryl

Question 7

what is impetigo?

Answer 7

red macule that ruptures causing a thick, honey coloured crust

Question 8

what is folliculitis?

Answer 8

pimple
infection of hair follicle

Question 9

what is a furuncle?

Answer 9

boil
larger lesion with redness and swelling

Question 10

what is a carbuncle?

Answer 10

multiple boils

Question 11

what is cellulitis?

Answer 11

inflammation of skin
intense redness and swelling
lymphangitis “streaking”
lymph node involvement
abscess formation

Question 12

what is the peak age for diaper dermatitis?

Answer 12

9-12 months

Question 13

diaper dermatitis is more common in ___________

Answer 13

bottle-fed

Question 14

what are the causes of diaper dermatitis?

Answer 14

Urine
Feces
Soaps
Detergents
Chemical irritants

Question 15

what infection can diaper dermatitis cause?

Answer 15

Candidiasis

Question 16

what is Candidiasis?

Answer 16

maculopapular rash
satellite lesions

Question 17

how is diaper dermatitis managed?

Answer 17

alter:
1. wetness
2. pH
3. fecal irritants

Question 18

what is atopic dermatitis?

Answer 18

pruritic eczema that begins during infancy

Question 19

eczema is ________

Answer 19

hereditary

Question 20

what is eczema associated with?

Answer 20

food allergies
allergic rhinitis
asthma

Question 21

how is eczema treated?

Answer 21

avoid exposure to irritants ad allergens
avoid loss of moisture
avoid overheating
medications

Question 22

what medications can be used for eczema?

Answer 22

Antihistamines
Topical immunomodulators
Topical steroids

Question 23

what is the most common type of burn in toddlers?

Answer 23

hot water scalds

Question 24

what is the most common type of burn in older children?

Answer 24

flame related

Question 25

what are other burns often related to?

Answer 25

child abuse playing with matches or lighters

Question 26

how are burns classified?

Answer 26

based on amount of tissue affected 1. total body surface area 2. depth

Question 27

what is a first degree burn?

Answer 27

superficial minimal tissue damage painful erythema

Question 28

what is a second degree burn?

Answer 28

partial thickness epidermis + some dermis painful moist, red, blisters

Question 29

what are third degree burns?

Answer 29

full thickness epidermis + dermis + SC destroys nerves, hair follicles, and sweat glands

Question 30

what are fourth degree burns?

Answer 30

full thickness + underlying tissue muscle and bone

Question 31

what are the different severities of burn injuries?

Answer 31

major = specialized burn centre moderate = treated in hospital minor = outpatient treatment

Question 32

what are some signs of inhalation burn injuries?

Answer 32

burns on face and lips singed nose hairs wheezing increased secretions hoarseness wet crackles coughing increased WOB

Question 33

what are the 5 steps for emergency burn care?

Answer 33

1. stop process 2. assess (CABs) 3. cover burn 4. transport to medical care 5. reassurance

Question 34

what is the first priority for burn injuries?

Answer 34

airway

Question 35

what are the 4 treatments for burn injuries?

Answer 35

1. airway maintenance 2. fluid replacement 3. nutrition 4. medication

Question 36

how should fluids be replaced for burn injuries?

Answer 36

required for first 24 hours crystalloid (initial) --> colloids

Question 37

what diet is recommended for burn injuries?

Answer 37

high protein, high calorie

Question 38

are antibiotics administered for burn injuries?

Answer 38

NO

Question 39

what medications are given for burn injuries?

Answer 39

analgesics anesthetics