NRS 3015 Exam 1 (LATEST UPDATE
2026/2027) QUESTION WITH VERIFIED
ANSWER {GRADE A} -OAKLAND
UNIVERSITY
What vitamin is produced by exposure to the sun? - Correct answer Vitamin D
(cholecalciferol) - used to prevent rickets and osteoporosis.
Gerontologic considerations with skin - Correct answer - decreased dermal thickness
- degneration of collagen
- decreased sebum production causing dryness
- nicreased vascular fragility
- meds can increase sun damage
- loss of subq decreases protection and cushioning of underlying organs/tissues
- loss of insulating fat
- decreased muscle tone
- delayed wound healing
- decreased hair growth
- wrinkles and skin folds
,Skin assessment - Correct answer - explain procedure and answer questions
- entire body including mucosa, scalp, hair and nails
- general: color, temp, moisure, texture
- lesions: measure and palpate, primary or secondary lesions, edges, drainage,
surrounding skin, pattern of eruption
- hair distribution
- photos if necessary for progess
- turgor and edema
Possible abnormalities include erythema, rash, cyanosis, jaundice, itching
(table 55-2 on page 1806 of the textbook has all different lesions like macule, papule,
etc from health assessment)
Nail assessment - Correct answer - Configuration, color and consistency
- beau lines
,- rigidity
- pitted surface
- clubbing or spooning
Hair assessment - Correct answer - color
- texture
- distribution
- ablinism (loss of pigment)
- hair loss
Health history questions for hair, skin and nails - Correct answer - hair and skin
product use
- history of allergies
- onset, duration, location, etc of any rashes or discomfort
- nonprescription or herbal preparations
Diabetic skin consequences - Correct answer - Diabetic dermopathy: lower anterior
legs from changs in the vessels
, - stasis dermatitis: eczema eruption from venous insufficiency, slow injury healing and
ulcers common
- skin infections: bacterial folliculitis can lead to furuncles or carbuncles, fungal
infections in areas with high moisture, dermatophyte are common on toenails and deet
- leg and foot ulcers: changes in peripheral nerves cannot sense injury, leads to
infection and ulcers
HIV and skin - Correct answer cutaneous s/s are first manifestiations
- kaposi saarcoma
- oral hairy leukoplakia
- oral candidiasis
- bacterial and viral skin infections common and more severe than normal
- flare ups of chronic conditions like acne
Skin diagnostic procedures - Correct answer 1. skin biopsy: remove a small piece of
tissue to rule out malignancy, aid in diagnosis and perform testing
2. patch testing: applied allergens to see which patient reacts to
2026/2027) QUESTION WITH VERIFIED
ANSWER {GRADE A} -OAKLAND
UNIVERSITY
What vitamin is produced by exposure to the sun? - Correct answer Vitamin D
(cholecalciferol) - used to prevent rickets and osteoporosis.
Gerontologic considerations with skin - Correct answer - decreased dermal thickness
- degneration of collagen
- decreased sebum production causing dryness
- nicreased vascular fragility
- meds can increase sun damage
- loss of subq decreases protection and cushioning of underlying organs/tissues
- loss of insulating fat
- decreased muscle tone
- delayed wound healing
- decreased hair growth
- wrinkles and skin folds
,Skin assessment - Correct answer - explain procedure and answer questions
- entire body including mucosa, scalp, hair and nails
- general: color, temp, moisure, texture
- lesions: measure and palpate, primary or secondary lesions, edges, drainage,
surrounding skin, pattern of eruption
- hair distribution
- photos if necessary for progess
- turgor and edema
Possible abnormalities include erythema, rash, cyanosis, jaundice, itching
(table 55-2 on page 1806 of the textbook has all different lesions like macule, papule,
etc from health assessment)
Nail assessment - Correct answer - Configuration, color and consistency
- beau lines
,- rigidity
- pitted surface
- clubbing or spooning
Hair assessment - Correct answer - color
- texture
- distribution
- ablinism (loss of pigment)
- hair loss
Health history questions for hair, skin and nails - Correct answer - hair and skin
product use
- history of allergies
- onset, duration, location, etc of any rashes or discomfort
- nonprescription or herbal preparations
Diabetic skin consequences - Correct answer - Diabetic dermopathy: lower anterior
legs from changs in the vessels
, - stasis dermatitis: eczema eruption from venous insufficiency, slow injury healing and
ulcers common
- skin infections: bacterial folliculitis can lead to furuncles or carbuncles, fungal
infections in areas with high moisture, dermatophyte are common on toenails and deet
- leg and foot ulcers: changes in peripheral nerves cannot sense injury, leads to
infection and ulcers
HIV and skin - Correct answer cutaneous s/s are first manifestiations
- kaposi saarcoma
- oral hairy leukoplakia
- oral candidiasis
- bacterial and viral skin infections common and more severe than normal
- flare ups of chronic conditions like acne
Skin diagnostic procedures - Correct answer 1. skin biopsy: remove a small piece of
tissue to rule out malignancy, aid in diagnosis and perform testing
2. patch testing: applied allergens to see which patient reacts to
