NR 511 Midterm Exam (Latest Update
) Differential Diagnosis and
Primary Care Practicum Questions with
100% Correct Answers [Grade A] –
Chamberlain
Who is at risk for dry skin? -correct answer Older Adults
Cellulitis -correct answer is a spreading infection of the epidermis and subcutaneous
tissue that usually begins after a break in the skin
Foliculitis -correct answer Bacterial infection of the hair follicle, papules are
characteristic of follicles.
Impetigo -correct answer Highly contagious bacterial skin infection and most commonly
EFFECTS YOUNG CHILDREN
Treatment of Impetigo -correct answer Non-pharmacologic management involves the
use of solutions or substances to debride the lesions and to expose the skin surfaces
where the bacteria are present
Two types of impetigo -correct answer Bullous and non-bullous
Bullous and non-bullous impetigo (Face) -correct answer The cervical lymph nodes are
enlarged
Bullous and non-bullous impetigo (Upper Extremeties) -correct answer The axillary
nodes are enlarged
Inclusion cyst -correct answer Cheesy white discharge with a strong odor
Epidermal inclusion cyst -correct answer History of the cyst on the SAME SITE FOR
MONTHS TO YEARS
Furuncles -correct answer Acute process, taking only several days to form
, NR 511 Midterm Exam (Latest Update
) Differential Diagnosis and
Primary Care Practicum Questions with
100% Correct Answers [Grade A] –
Chamberlain
Hives -correct answer Type 1 hypersensitivity reaction, look at the location of the rash
First step for hives -correct answer Determine the need for epinephrine
What is important in determining rash development -correct answer History taking
Atopic Dermatitis -correct answer Classic sign severe pruritus
Primary locations of atopic dermatitis in children -correct answer Antecubital fossae
and popliteal fossae
Herpes Simplex common symptoms -correct answer Blistering sores, itching, pain
during urination (genital herpes), fever, headache, tiredness, lack of appetite
Treatment for herpes simplex in immunocompromised patients -correct answer
Famciclovir or Valacyclovir
Goal of treatment for herpes -correct answer To suppress
Characteristics of herpes zoster -correct answer Unilateral vesicular rash along a
dermatome
Common dermatomes that shingles follow -correct answer Thoracic or lumbar
Characteristic of shingles rash -correct answer Begins as erythema, then changes to
papular lesions that rapidly form vesicles
Acne first line treatment -correct answer Benzoyl peroxide
, NR 511 Midterm Exam (Latest Update
) Differential Diagnosis and
Primary Care Practicum Questions with
100% Correct Answers [Grade A] –
Chamberlain
Teaching for acne -correct answer Sunscreen should be used
Key information for acne -correct answer Wash face gently at least twice a day with an
antibacterial soap
Rosacea -correct answer A common skin condition that causes blushing or flushing and
visible blood vessels in the face
Rosacea treatment -correct answer Metronidazole cream is the mainstay of therapy,
may take up to 6-8 weeks for a therapeutic response to be seen
Seborrhea Keratosis -correct answer Lesions are superficial epithelial growths that
originate from the horny layer of the epidermis and are the result of a benign
proliferation of immature keratinocytes
Typical client for seborrhea keratosis -correct answer Older white women who
complains of the cosmetic effects of the lesion
Complaints of seborrhea keratosis -correct answer Unsightliness of the lesion, itching,
and constant irritation from friction or clothing
Differential diagnosis for seborrhea keratosis -correct answer Benign pigmented nevi,
pigmented basal cell carcinoma, and malignant melanoma
Pre-Cancerous lesions: Actinic Keratosis -correct answer Diagnosis based on
presentation: lesions are found on sun-exposed areas of skin that have been damaged
by cumulative sun exposure
) Differential Diagnosis and
Primary Care Practicum Questions with
100% Correct Answers [Grade A] –
Chamberlain
Who is at risk for dry skin? -correct answer Older Adults
Cellulitis -correct answer is a spreading infection of the epidermis and subcutaneous
tissue that usually begins after a break in the skin
Foliculitis -correct answer Bacterial infection of the hair follicle, papules are
characteristic of follicles.
Impetigo -correct answer Highly contagious bacterial skin infection and most commonly
EFFECTS YOUNG CHILDREN
Treatment of Impetigo -correct answer Non-pharmacologic management involves the
use of solutions or substances to debride the lesions and to expose the skin surfaces
where the bacteria are present
Two types of impetigo -correct answer Bullous and non-bullous
Bullous and non-bullous impetigo (Face) -correct answer The cervical lymph nodes are
enlarged
Bullous and non-bullous impetigo (Upper Extremeties) -correct answer The axillary
nodes are enlarged
Inclusion cyst -correct answer Cheesy white discharge with a strong odor
Epidermal inclusion cyst -correct answer History of the cyst on the SAME SITE FOR
MONTHS TO YEARS
Furuncles -correct answer Acute process, taking only several days to form
, NR 511 Midterm Exam (Latest Update
) Differential Diagnosis and
Primary Care Practicum Questions with
100% Correct Answers [Grade A] –
Chamberlain
Hives -correct answer Type 1 hypersensitivity reaction, look at the location of the rash
First step for hives -correct answer Determine the need for epinephrine
What is important in determining rash development -correct answer History taking
Atopic Dermatitis -correct answer Classic sign severe pruritus
Primary locations of atopic dermatitis in children -correct answer Antecubital fossae
and popliteal fossae
Herpes Simplex common symptoms -correct answer Blistering sores, itching, pain
during urination (genital herpes), fever, headache, tiredness, lack of appetite
Treatment for herpes simplex in immunocompromised patients -correct answer
Famciclovir or Valacyclovir
Goal of treatment for herpes -correct answer To suppress
Characteristics of herpes zoster -correct answer Unilateral vesicular rash along a
dermatome
Common dermatomes that shingles follow -correct answer Thoracic or lumbar
Characteristic of shingles rash -correct answer Begins as erythema, then changes to
papular lesions that rapidly form vesicles
Acne first line treatment -correct answer Benzoyl peroxide
, NR 511 Midterm Exam (Latest Update
) Differential Diagnosis and
Primary Care Practicum Questions with
100% Correct Answers [Grade A] –
Chamberlain
Teaching for acne -correct answer Sunscreen should be used
Key information for acne -correct answer Wash face gently at least twice a day with an
antibacterial soap
Rosacea -correct answer A common skin condition that causes blushing or flushing and
visible blood vessels in the face
Rosacea treatment -correct answer Metronidazole cream is the mainstay of therapy,
may take up to 6-8 weeks for a therapeutic response to be seen
Seborrhea Keratosis -correct answer Lesions are superficial epithelial growths that
originate from the horny layer of the epidermis and are the result of a benign
proliferation of immature keratinocytes
Typical client for seborrhea keratosis -correct answer Older white women who
complains of the cosmetic effects of the lesion
Complaints of seborrhea keratosis -correct answer Unsightliness of the lesion, itching,
and constant irritation from friction or clothing
Differential diagnosis for seborrhea keratosis -correct answer Benign pigmented nevi,
pigmented basal cell carcinoma, and malignant melanoma
Pre-Cancerous lesions: Actinic Keratosis -correct answer Diagnosis based on
presentation: lesions are found on sun-exposed areas of skin that have been damaged
by cumulative sun exposure
