N580 MODULE 5-8 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS ANSWERED CORRECTLY LATEST UPDATE 2026
What is the cause of alopecia areata? - Answers The cause is unknown, but it is suspected to be due
to an immunologic mechanism.
What is a fissure in dermatological terms? - Answers A linear crack extending from the epidermis to
the dermis.
What defines a bulla? - Answers A vesicle larger than 1 cm in diameter.
What is an example of ecchymosis? - Answers A bruise.
What might you see under a microscope if diagnosing an intravaginal infection? - Answers A cluster
of small and oval to round shapes, likely pseudohyphae.
What is a recommended treatment for a yeast infection in a pregnant patient? - Answers Diflucan,
150 mg is a Pregnancy category D medication.
What is tinea unguium also known as? - Answers Onychomycosis.
What type of impetigo is characterized by pruritic tender red vesicles with ulceration? - Answers
Nonbullous impetigo.
What bacteria is responsible for gas production in necrotizing fasciitis? - Answers Clostridium
perfringens.
What translucent structure might you see under a microscope during an intravaginal infection? -
Answers Hyphae.
What is the effectiveness of silver duct tape therapy for warts? - Answers Salicylic acid is more
effective than silver duct tape therapy.
Which formulation of tretinoin is the most potent? - Answers 0.1% cream.
What type of cellulitis is a streptococcal infection of the superficial skin layers? - Answers Erysipelas.
What is the medical term for a cauliflower-like wart that is sexually transmitted? - Answers
Condyloma acuminata.
What is a good choice for a low-dose topical corticosteroid for atopic dermatitis? - Answers
Hydrocortisone base 2.5%.
What is a lipoma? - Answers A rubbery, smooth, round mass that is compressible and has a soft-to-
very-firm texture.
What should you do when removing a seborrheic keratosis lesion with liquid nitrogen? - Answers
Pinch the skin taut together.
What does the 'B' in the ABCDEs of assessing skin cancer stand for? - Answers Border irregularity.
What antibody titer indicates previous HSV-1 and HSV-2 infection? - Answers IgG.
At what age do 80% of men have noticeable hair loss? - Answers By age 50.
In which group is the prevalence of psoriasis highest? - Answers Scandinavians.
What is the most common precancerous skin lesion in Caucasians? - Answers Actinic keratosis.
What condition might present as a warm and tender erythematous area on the leg? - Answers
Cellulitis.
What is the most likely description of tinea versicolor? - Answers Round, hypopigmented macules on
the back.
What potential side effect should you be aware of when prescribing systemic antifungals? - Answers
Hepatotoxicity.
What scalp problem can be caused by fever and certain drugs? - Answers Telogen effluvium (TE).
Why do people of African descent have a lower incidence of non-melanoma skin cancer? - Answers
Their darker skin protects from ultraviolet radiation.
What causes chloasma, the 'mask of pregnancy'? - Answers Increased levels of estrogen and
progesterone.
What advice should you give an elderly client about treating xerosis? - Answers Only take short tepid
showers.
What medication for scabies is safe for children 2 months and older? - Answers Permethrin cream.
What is Dennie's sign? - Answers An infraorbital fold skin manifestation in a patient with atopic
dermatitis.
What is true about cryosurgery for actinic keratosis? - Answers Using liquid nitrogen, freeze each
lesion for at least 30 seconds.
What is an example of a primary skin lesion? - Answers A bulla.
What is true regarding necrotizing fasciitis? - Answers Loss of life or limb is a potential complication.
, Which Clark's level extends into the papillary dermis? - Answers Level II.
What are the signs of scabies? - Answers Brown threadlike lines on the body, especially the hands,
anus, and body folds, along with severe pruritus.
What nursing interventions are recommended for treating head lice and scabies? - Answers
Thoroughly clean clothing, linens, and bath articles in hot water, and stress the nature and
transmission of the disease.
What assessment finding indicates scabies? - Answers Short, wavy, brownish black lines on the skin.
What is tinea corporis? - Answers A fungal infection characterized by a circular lesion with an
advancing, red, scaly border, typically affecting the face, trunk, and limbs.
What treatment is recommended for tinea versicolor? - Answers Utilize shampoo with selenium.
What does a Woods lamp do in diagnosing tinea capitis? - Answers It causes fluorescence of the
infected hairs, indicating the presence of the fungus.
What is herpetic whitlow? - Answers A viral infection that usually occurs on the fingertips and can
resemble a bacterial infection or warts.
What are the characteristics of impetigo? - Answers It begins as focal erythema and progresses to
pruritic vesicles, erosions, and honey-colored crusts.
What treatments are indicated for severe nodulocystic acne? - Answers Oral antibiotics, intralesional
injections, and topical therapy.
What statement indicates that a patient needs more teaching about antibiotic therapy for cellulitis? -
Answers My skin is cleared up. I don't think I need the medication anymore.
What is a major complication of pemphigus? - Answers Secondary bacterial infection.
What is the purpose of vitamin A acid (Retin-A) in treating acne vulgaris? - Answers It loosens pore
plugs and prevents the occurrence of new comedones.
Which medications are prescribed for viral skin infections? - Answers Docosanol (Abreva), penciclovir
(Denavir), and acyclovir (Zovirax).
When do symptoms of primary genital herpes simplex virus infection typically occur? - Answers 3 to 7
days after exposure.
What is the typical time frame for symptoms of primary herpes simplex infection to occur after
exposure? - Answers Symptoms occur 3 to 7 days after exposure.
What should patients diagnosed with genital herpes be assessed for? - Answers Patients should be
assessed for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).
What virus is responsible for shingles? - Answers Shingles is caused by the varicella zoster virus.
What is the recommended action for a patient with dermatitis venenata after contact with an
allergen? - Answers The patient should wash the affected area with copious amounts of water.
What is the most effective time to apply a topical medication for a skin condition? - Answers Apply
the medication after bathing to increase absorption.
What type of skin lesion is characterized by elevated fluid-filled lesions? - Answers These lesions are
called vesicles.
What is the initial intervention for managing severe pruritus in contact dermatitis? - Answers Use
cool, wet dressings and baths to promote vasoconstriction.
What skin condition is indicated by a circular lesion with a red, scaly border? - Answers This lesion is
indicative of tinea corporis.
What type of skin cancer is characterized by a raised lesion with a pearly border that bleeds easily? -
Answers This is indicative of basal cell carcinoma.
What is a patch in dermatological terms? - Answers A patch is a nonpalpable skin lesion causing a
change in skin color greater than 1 cm in diameter.
What are primary skin lesions? - Answers Primary skin lesions include tumors, nodules, macules, and
plaques.
Which mnemonic is used to assess skin lesions, and what does 'S' stand for? - Answers The mnemonic
is PQRST, and 'S' stands for Severity of the symptoms.
What is the effect of applying perfumed lotions or scented soaps on pruritic skin conditions? -
Answers They can exacerbate pruritus and inflammation.
What skin condition is associated with linear lesions? - Answers Linear lesions can be associated with
poison ivy, dermatitis, or hookworm.
What is the best initial treatment for a patient newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus? -
Answers The best initial treatment is diet and exercise.
What is the cause of alopecia areata? - Answers The cause is unknown, but it is suspected to be due
to an immunologic mechanism.
What is a fissure in dermatological terms? - Answers A linear crack extending from the epidermis to
the dermis.
What defines a bulla? - Answers A vesicle larger than 1 cm in diameter.
What is an example of ecchymosis? - Answers A bruise.
What might you see under a microscope if diagnosing an intravaginal infection? - Answers A cluster
of small and oval to round shapes, likely pseudohyphae.
What is a recommended treatment for a yeast infection in a pregnant patient? - Answers Diflucan,
150 mg is a Pregnancy category D medication.
What is tinea unguium also known as? - Answers Onychomycosis.
What type of impetigo is characterized by pruritic tender red vesicles with ulceration? - Answers
Nonbullous impetigo.
What bacteria is responsible for gas production in necrotizing fasciitis? - Answers Clostridium
perfringens.
What translucent structure might you see under a microscope during an intravaginal infection? -
Answers Hyphae.
What is the effectiveness of silver duct tape therapy for warts? - Answers Salicylic acid is more
effective than silver duct tape therapy.
Which formulation of tretinoin is the most potent? - Answers 0.1% cream.
What type of cellulitis is a streptococcal infection of the superficial skin layers? - Answers Erysipelas.
What is the medical term for a cauliflower-like wart that is sexually transmitted? - Answers
Condyloma acuminata.
What is a good choice for a low-dose topical corticosteroid for atopic dermatitis? - Answers
Hydrocortisone base 2.5%.
What is a lipoma? - Answers A rubbery, smooth, round mass that is compressible and has a soft-to-
very-firm texture.
What should you do when removing a seborrheic keratosis lesion with liquid nitrogen? - Answers
Pinch the skin taut together.
What does the 'B' in the ABCDEs of assessing skin cancer stand for? - Answers Border irregularity.
What antibody titer indicates previous HSV-1 and HSV-2 infection? - Answers IgG.
At what age do 80% of men have noticeable hair loss? - Answers By age 50.
In which group is the prevalence of psoriasis highest? - Answers Scandinavians.
What is the most common precancerous skin lesion in Caucasians? - Answers Actinic keratosis.
What condition might present as a warm and tender erythematous area on the leg? - Answers
Cellulitis.
What is the most likely description of tinea versicolor? - Answers Round, hypopigmented macules on
the back.
What potential side effect should you be aware of when prescribing systemic antifungals? - Answers
Hepatotoxicity.
What scalp problem can be caused by fever and certain drugs? - Answers Telogen effluvium (TE).
Why do people of African descent have a lower incidence of non-melanoma skin cancer? - Answers
Their darker skin protects from ultraviolet radiation.
What causes chloasma, the 'mask of pregnancy'? - Answers Increased levels of estrogen and
progesterone.
What advice should you give an elderly client about treating xerosis? - Answers Only take short tepid
showers.
What medication for scabies is safe for children 2 months and older? - Answers Permethrin cream.
What is Dennie's sign? - Answers An infraorbital fold skin manifestation in a patient with atopic
dermatitis.
What is true about cryosurgery for actinic keratosis? - Answers Using liquid nitrogen, freeze each
lesion for at least 30 seconds.
What is an example of a primary skin lesion? - Answers A bulla.
What is true regarding necrotizing fasciitis? - Answers Loss of life or limb is a potential complication.
, Which Clark's level extends into the papillary dermis? - Answers Level II.
What are the signs of scabies? - Answers Brown threadlike lines on the body, especially the hands,
anus, and body folds, along with severe pruritus.
What nursing interventions are recommended for treating head lice and scabies? - Answers
Thoroughly clean clothing, linens, and bath articles in hot water, and stress the nature and
transmission of the disease.
What assessment finding indicates scabies? - Answers Short, wavy, brownish black lines on the skin.
What is tinea corporis? - Answers A fungal infection characterized by a circular lesion with an
advancing, red, scaly border, typically affecting the face, trunk, and limbs.
What treatment is recommended for tinea versicolor? - Answers Utilize shampoo with selenium.
What does a Woods lamp do in diagnosing tinea capitis? - Answers It causes fluorescence of the
infected hairs, indicating the presence of the fungus.
What is herpetic whitlow? - Answers A viral infection that usually occurs on the fingertips and can
resemble a bacterial infection or warts.
What are the characteristics of impetigo? - Answers It begins as focal erythema and progresses to
pruritic vesicles, erosions, and honey-colored crusts.
What treatments are indicated for severe nodulocystic acne? - Answers Oral antibiotics, intralesional
injections, and topical therapy.
What statement indicates that a patient needs more teaching about antibiotic therapy for cellulitis? -
Answers My skin is cleared up. I don't think I need the medication anymore.
What is a major complication of pemphigus? - Answers Secondary bacterial infection.
What is the purpose of vitamin A acid (Retin-A) in treating acne vulgaris? - Answers It loosens pore
plugs and prevents the occurrence of new comedones.
Which medications are prescribed for viral skin infections? - Answers Docosanol (Abreva), penciclovir
(Denavir), and acyclovir (Zovirax).
When do symptoms of primary genital herpes simplex virus infection typically occur? - Answers 3 to 7
days after exposure.
What is the typical time frame for symptoms of primary herpes simplex infection to occur after
exposure? - Answers Symptoms occur 3 to 7 days after exposure.
What should patients diagnosed with genital herpes be assessed for? - Answers Patients should be
assessed for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).
What virus is responsible for shingles? - Answers Shingles is caused by the varicella zoster virus.
What is the recommended action for a patient with dermatitis venenata after contact with an
allergen? - Answers The patient should wash the affected area with copious amounts of water.
What is the most effective time to apply a topical medication for a skin condition? - Answers Apply
the medication after bathing to increase absorption.
What type of skin lesion is characterized by elevated fluid-filled lesions? - Answers These lesions are
called vesicles.
What is the initial intervention for managing severe pruritus in contact dermatitis? - Answers Use
cool, wet dressings and baths to promote vasoconstriction.
What skin condition is indicated by a circular lesion with a red, scaly border? - Answers This lesion is
indicative of tinea corporis.
What type of skin cancer is characterized by a raised lesion with a pearly border that bleeds easily? -
Answers This is indicative of basal cell carcinoma.
What is a patch in dermatological terms? - Answers A patch is a nonpalpable skin lesion causing a
change in skin color greater than 1 cm in diameter.
What are primary skin lesions? - Answers Primary skin lesions include tumors, nodules, macules, and
plaques.
Which mnemonic is used to assess skin lesions, and what does 'S' stand for? - Answers The mnemonic
is PQRST, and 'S' stands for Severity of the symptoms.
What is the effect of applying perfumed lotions or scented soaps on pruritic skin conditions? -
Answers They can exacerbate pruritus and inflammation.
What skin condition is associated with linear lesions? - Answers Linear lesions can be associated with
poison ivy, dermatitis, or hookworm.
What is the best initial treatment for a patient newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus? -
Answers The best initial treatment is diet and exercise.
