Injuries and Disorders of the Skin
Questions and Answers Latest Update
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What is a common cause of contact dermatitis?
✔✔ Contact with irritants or allergens, such as poison ivy, soaps, or certain metals.
How can a second-degree burn be identified?
✔✔ A second-degree burn causes blistering, redness, swelling, and pain, affecting both the
epidermis and dermis layers of the skin.
What is the primary treatment for a superficial skin abrasion?
✔✔ Clean the wound with mild soap and water, apply an antiseptic, and cover with a sterile
bandage to prevent infection.
What are the common symptoms of psoriasis?
✔✔ Red, scaly patches of skin, often on the elbows, knees, and scalp, with potential itching and
discomfort.
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,What is the most common form of skin cancer?
✔✔ Basal cell carcinoma, which appears as a small, shiny, pearly bump on the skin.
What is the primary risk factor for developing melanoma?
✔✔ Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or tanning beds, especially with a
history of sunburns.
What is the difference between a freckle and a mole?
✔✔ A freckle is a small, flat, brown spot due to sun exposure, while a mole is a raised or flat
growth, which can be darker and may have different colors.
How can you prevent pressure ulcers?
✔✔ Regularly change positions to relieve pressure, keep the skin clean and dry, and use
supportive cushions or mattresses.
What is the common cause of impetigo?
✔✔ Bacterial infection, typically caused by Streptococcus or Staphylococcus bacteria, often
affecting children.
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, How does a first-degree burn affect the skin?
✔✔ A first-degree burn causes redness, pain, and minor swelling, affecting only the outer layer
of the skin (epidermis).
What is the appearance of a third-degree burn?
✔✔ A third-degree burn appears white, charred, or leathery, and may not be painful initially due
to nerve damage.
What are common signs of cellulitis?
✔✔ Redness, swelling, warmth, and pain in the affected area, often accompanied by fever.
What is the typical treatment for a fungal skin infection like athlete’s foot?
✔✔ Topical antifungal creams or powders, keeping the area dry and clean to prevent recurrence.
What are warts and how do they form?
✔✔ Warts are small, non-cancerous growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV)
infecting the skin.
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Questions and Answers Latest Update
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What is a common cause of contact dermatitis?
✔✔ Contact with irritants or allergens, such as poison ivy, soaps, or certain metals.
How can a second-degree burn be identified?
✔✔ A second-degree burn causes blistering, redness, swelling, and pain, affecting both the
epidermis and dermis layers of the skin.
What is the primary treatment for a superficial skin abrasion?
✔✔ Clean the wound with mild soap and water, apply an antiseptic, and cover with a sterile
bandage to prevent infection.
What are the common symptoms of psoriasis?
✔✔ Red, scaly patches of skin, often on the elbows, knees, and scalp, with potential itching and
discomfort.
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,What is the most common form of skin cancer?
✔✔ Basal cell carcinoma, which appears as a small, shiny, pearly bump on the skin.
What is the primary risk factor for developing melanoma?
✔✔ Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or tanning beds, especially with a
history of sunburns.
What is the difference between a freckle and a mole?
✔✔ A freckle is a small, flat, brown spot due to sun exposure, while a mole is a raised or flat
growth, which can be darker and may have different colors.
How can you prevent pressure ulcers?
✔✔ Regularly change positions to relieve pressure, keep the skin clean and dry, and use
supportive cushions or mattresses.
What is the common cause of impetigo?
✔✔ Bacterial infection, typically caused by Streptococcus or Staphylococcus bacteria, often
affecting children.
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, How does a first-degree burn affect the skin?
✔✔ A first-degree burn causes redness, pain, and minor swelling, affecting only the outer layer
of the skin (epidermis).
What is the appearance of a third-degree burn?
✔✔ A third-degree burn appears white, charred, or leathery, and may not be painful initially due
to nerve damage.
What are common signs of cellulitis?
✔✔ Redness, swelling, warmth, and pain in the affected area, often accompanied by fever.
What is the typical treatment for a fungal skin infection like athlete’s foot?
✔✔ Topical antifungal creams or powders, keeping the area dry and clean to prevent recurrence.
What are warts and how do they form?
✔✔ Warts are small, non-cancerous growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV)
infecting the skin.
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