Skin (Disease & Disorder) Flashcards

(11 cards)

1
Q

An example of a subjective symptom would be:

A

itching

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2
Q

Chronic is the term used to identify conditions that are…:

A

Frequent and habitual

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3
Q

A disease influenced by weather is referred to as:

A

seasonal

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4
Q

A papule is an example of… a

A

Primary skin lesion

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5
Q

Which primary lesions are small elevations of skin similar to vesicles in size and shape but contain pus

A

Pustules

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6
Q

A secondary lesion appearing as round, dry patches of skin covered with rough, silvery scales is called …

A

Psoriasis

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7
Q

What skin lesion usually appears as cracks or lines and often occurs when skin loses its flexibility due to exposure to wind, cold and water?

A

fissure

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8
Q

A crack in the skin is called …

A

fissure

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9
Q

The lesion found following the normal healing process of an injury is called a(n):

A

scar

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10
Q

What is another name for a keratoma, hyperkeratosis, or the thickening of the epidermis; occurs from pressure and friction?

A

callus

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11
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Warts caused by a virus; can be contagious and spread all over the. Service may not be performed on the affected area

A

verruca

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