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what are the 3 layers of the skin
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subcutaneous
dermis epidermis |
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what are the common signs and symptoms
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pruritis - itching
urticaria - allergy blisters edema moles/spots/nodules |
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how do you document lessions?
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-characteristics
-exudates -pattern -location |
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what is atopic dermatitis?
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-most common type of chronic inflammatory skin disease
-common in children -on flexor surface Sx- pruritis, dry skin Dx- physical exam Tx- no cure; personal hygiene |
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what is contact dermatitis?
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-common @ any age
inflammation caused by exposure to irritant.( ie nickel) -on flexor surface Sx- pruritis, erythema, edema Dx- physical exam Tx- remove the offending agent |
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What is Psoriasis?
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chronic inherited inflammatory dermatosis. (silvery scale)
-on extensor surface Sx- pruritis, pain Dx- physical exam Tx- no cure ; treat sx' of outbreaks |
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What is Lupus Erythematosus?
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-chronic inflammatory disease
-butterfly rash |
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What is Impetigo?
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(bacterial infection)
-superficial skin infxn caused by s.aureus. caused by poor hygiene Sx- pain, erythema, itching Dx- skin swab Tx- antibiotics |
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What is Cellulitis?
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(bacterial infection)
-infection in dermis and subcutaneous tissue caused by s. aureus same as impetigo (swelling) |
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what are Viral infections?
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1.)Herpes Zoster
-varicella -> chix pox; shingles Tx-corticosteriods 2.)Warts HPV Tx- acids |
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what are fungal infections?
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ringworm
athletes foot tx- antifungal creams |
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what are parasitic infections?
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scabies
lice crabs |
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What are Skin Neoplasms?
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very common
due to sun exposure -benign tumors(moles) -precancerous lesions bowen's disease or actinic keratosis |
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What is Basal Cell Carcinoma?
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rarely malignant
caused by sun exposure(tanning oil) Sx- nodules with blood vessels on surface Dx- biopsy Tx - removal |
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What is Squamous cell carcinoma?
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more serious
-albinism Sx- ulcerated flat red area Dx - biopsy Tx- removal |
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What is Melanoma?
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malignant! - very serious
-uv exposure -higher social class (john mccain) -related to intensity of exposure Dx- biopsy Tx- removal |
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what are pressure ulcers?
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common in nursing homes and hospt.
-unrelieved pressure, friction, etc Sx- pain, inflammation, erosion Dx- culture for infection Tx- prevention and mobilize |
