3P Dermatology Exam Questions With Detailed Answers.

Keloid - correct answer Hypertrophic scar Furuncle - correct answer Sebaceous gland Which model is used to designate risk factors for melanoma? - correct answer HARMM Transverse depressions of the nail plates, usually bilateral, resulting from temporary disruption of proximal nail growth from systemic illness is termed: - correct answer Beau's lines. A slow, persistent fungal infection of fingernails and toenails is: - correct answer onychomycosis. If a lesion is described as annular, it appears: - correct answer circular and begins in center and spreads to periphery. A reddish blue, irregularly shaped, solid and spongy mass of blood vessels that may be present at birth and enlarge during the first 10 to 15 months is characteristic of a: - correct answer cavernous hemangioma. A child has a maculopapular, blotchy rash and on examination of his mouth, red eruptions with white centers on the buccal mucosa are visualized. These eruptions are called: - correct answer Koplik spots. Purple patches or macules on backs of the hands and forearms of the elderly would be suggestive of: - correct answer actinic purpura. A small child sustained burns to the posterior trunk and posterior surface of both arms. According to the "Rule of Nines" for small children, what percentage of the total body surface area was involved? - correct answer 27%. An inflammation of the proximal and lateral nail folds represents: - correct answer paronychia. The assessment findings of the integumentary system of an 80-year-old that would warrant further evaluation would include: - correct answer ecchymoses on both forearms. The term asteatosis refers to: - correct answer skin that is dry, flaky, rough, and often itchy. Asymmetry, irregular borders, variation in color, diameter greater than 6 mm, and elevation represent the "ABCDEs" of: - correct answer malignant melanoma. An example of a macule is: - correct answer petechia. A 45-year-old male presents with a skin lesion that has a smooth, slightly scaly, or pebbly surface, with an irregular edge. Further evaluation reveals a dark brown 2.5 cm lesion. This is most likely a: - correct answer dysplastic nevus. On examination, a white discoloration appearing on nails was noted. This is consistent with: - correct answer leukonychia. A yellowish hue imparted to the skin, mucous membrane, or eye is termed: - correct answer jaundice. The patient has recently sustained an injury to the upper thigh. Examination reveals an irregular shaped purplish blue lesion that does not blanch with pressure and does not exhibit pulsatility. This would be considered: - correct answer ecchymosis. Lesions that develop within hair follicles produce papules that become erythematous, and painful are termed: - correct answer furuncles. When assessing the skin, it is noted to be very dry and cool to touch. This could be associated with: - correct answer hypothyroidism. An infant presents with a rash in the diaper area. Which description likely indicates candidal diaper rash? - correct answer Bright red, moist patches with sharply demarcated borders, some loose scales noted in the diaper area A six-year-old child presents with a few small vesicles that are honey-colored and weeping around the left nare. These lesions are consistent with: - correct answer impetigo. Ticks can transmit and cause: - correct answer Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Lyme disease, and tularemia. A patient is observed to have pressure related alteration of intact skin along with changes in temperature, consistency, sensation, and color. Which stage of pressure ulcer is consistent with this? - correct answer Stage I When assessing the skin, silvery, scaly papules or plaques are noted on the extensor surface of both arms. This could be associated with: - correct answer psoriasis. When the term rubor is used in describing the skin, it means that the appearance is: - correct answer dusky red. An adolescent is being examined for acne and findings revealed several closed comedones. These findings are also termed: - correct answer whiteheads.