SKIN HAIR, NAILS

Question 1

hyperhidrosis) may indicate
an abnormality of the sweat glands or an
endocrine problem such a

Answer 1

hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism

Question 2

a patient goes through a Patchy hair loss may accompany infections, stress, hairstyles
that put stress on hair roots, and some
types of chemotherapy

Answer 2

(alopecia)

Question 3

An increase in hair growth—often over
the face, chest, or back

Answer 3

hirsutism

Question 4

in our nails, these infection cause green, black,
or brown nail discoloration.

Answer 4

bacterial infection

Question 5

in our nails, when we see Yellow, thick,
crumbling appearance these are caused by

Answer 5

fungal infection

Question 6

these infectioncause a white color and separation of the nail plate from
the nail bed.

Answer 6

yeast infection

Question 7

It takes ___months to totally replace a
fingernail a

Answer 7

6 months

Question 8

it takes ___ months to totally
replace a toenail.

Answer 8

12 months

Question 9

these skin condition tend to be familial.

Answer 9

Acne & atopic

Question 10

a genetic component associated with skin cancer

Answer 10

malignant melanoma

Question 11

a skin problem that may may
limit certain activities such as hiking,
camping, and gardening.

Answer 11

Allergens

Question 12

During the skin examination, ensure privacy by exposing

Answer 12

only the body part
being examined

Question 13

is best for inspecting the skin

Answer 13

sunlight

Question 14

used in Predicting Pressure Sore Risk

Answer 14

Braden scale

Question 15

tool to measure pressure injury healing

Answer 15

Pressure Injury Scale for Healing (PUSH)

Question 16

When preparing to examine the skin, hair, and nails, remember these key points:

Answer 16

Inspect skin color, temperature, moisture, texture.
Check skin integrity.

Be alert for skin lesions.

Evaluate hair condition for loss or unusual growth.

Note nail bed condition and capillary refill.

Question 17

Pale or cyanotic nails may
indicate

Answer 17

hypoxia or
anemia