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What does the term It originates from the Greek word 'Plastikos', meaning
'Plastikos' mean in relation to give shape or form to.
to plastics?
What are the five layers of Stratum Corneum, Epidermis, Dermis, Subcutaneous
the skin? Tissue (hypodermis), Deep Fascia.
The most common type of skin cancer that originates
What is Basal Cell in the basal cells of the epidermis, is slow-growing,
Carcinoma (BCC)? rarely metastasizes, and appears as a pearly or waxy
bump.
What is the treatment for MOHS surgery is highly effective due to its layer-by-
Basal Cell Carcinoma? layer microscopic margin control.
What characterizes It originates in the squamous cells of the epidermis, is
Squamous Cell Carcinoma more aggressive than BCC, and has potential to
(SCC)? metastasize.
What are the common Scaly, red patches, open sores, or elevated growths
appearances of Squamous that may crust or bleed.
Cell Carcinoma?
What is the treatment for MOHS surgery is preferred for cosmetically sensitive
Squamous Cell or recurrent areas.
Carcinoma?
, What is the prognosis for The prognosis is good if fully excised.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
if detected early?
The most dangerous form of skin cancer that
What is Malignant
originates in the melanocytes and has a high potential
Melanoma?
for metastasis.
What are the Asymmetrical moles with irregular borders, color
characteristics of variation, diameter >6mm, evolving in
Malignant Melanoma size/shape/color.
according to the ABCDE
rule?
What is the typical Wide excision and possibly lymph node biopsy;
treatment for Malignant MOHS is not standard but may be used in rare cases.
Melanoma?
What is the prognosis for The prognosis is excellent; poor if metastatic.
Malignant Melanoma if
caught early?
A localized injury to the skin and/or underlying tissue
What is a decubitus ulcer? caused by prolonged pressure, often over a bony
prominence.
What are common Sacrum, heels, hips, elbows, back of the head,
locations for decubitus shoulders.
ulcers?
What are some causes Immobility, poor nutrition/hydration, incontinence,
and risk factors for diabetes, neurologic disorders, thin or aging skin.
decubitus ulcers?
Stage I: Non-blanchable redness; Stage II: Partial-
thickness skin loss; Stage III: Full-thickness skin loss;
What are the stages of
Stage IV: Full-thickness tissue loss with exposure of
decubitus ulcers?
muscle/bone; Unstageable: Depth unknown due to
slough/eschar.
What is a Deep Tissue Intact skin with purple/maroon discoloration due to
Injury? underlying tissue damage.
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Terms in this set (102)
What does the term It originates from the Greek word 'Plastikos', meaning
'Plastikos' mean in relation to give shape or form to.
to plastics?
What are the five layers of Stratum Corneum, Epidermis, Dermis, Subcutaneous
the skin? Tissue (hypodermis), Deep Fascia.
The most common type of skin cancer that originates
What is Basal Cell in the basal cells of the epidermis, is slow-growing,
Carcinoma (BCC)? rarely metastasizes, and appears as a pearly or waxy
bump.
What is the treatment for MOHS surgery is highly effective due to its layer-by-
Basal Cell Carcinoma? layer microscopic margin control.
What characterizes It originates in the squamous cells of the epidermis, is
Squamous Cell Carcinoma more aggressive than BCC, and has potential to
(SCC)? metastasize.
What are the common Scaly, red patches, open sores, or elevated growths
appearances of Squamous that may crust or bleed.
Cell Carcinoma?
What is the treatment for MOHS surgery is preferred for cosmetically sensitive
Squamous Cell or recurrent areas.
Carcinoma?
, What is the prognosis for The prognosis is good if fully excised.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
if detected early?
The most dangerous form of skin cancer that
What is Malignant
originates in the melanocytes and has a high potential
Melanoma?
for metastasis.
What are the Asymmetrical moles with irregular borders, color
characteristics of variation, diameter >6mm, evolving in
Malignant Melanoma size/shape/color.
according to the ABCDE
rule?
What is the typical Wide excision and possibly lymph node biopsy;
treatment for Malignant MOHS is not standard but may be used in rare cases.
Melanoma?
What is the prognosis for The prognosis is excellent; poor if metastatic.
Malignant Melanoma if
caught early?
A localized injury to the skin and/or underlying tissue
What is a decubitus ulcer? caused by prolonged pressure, often over a bony
prominence.
What are common Sacrum, heels, hips, elbows, back of the head,
locations for decubitus shoulders.
ulcers?
What are some causes Immobility, poor nutrition/hydration, incontinence,
and risk factors for diabetes, neurologic disorders, thin or aging skin.
decubitus ulcers?
Stage I: Non-blanchable redness; Stage II: Partial-
thickness skin loss; Stage III: Full-thickness skin loss;
What are the stages of
Stage IV: Full-thickness tissue loss with exposure of
decubitus ulcers?
muscle/bone; Unstageable: Depth unknown due to
slough/eschar.
What is a Deep Tissue Intact skin with purple/maroon discoloration due to
Injury? underlying tissue damage.
