Deck 9: Drugs for the Skin

Question 1

Which term describes an excess of the protein keratin in the epidermis?

A) Scaling
B) Edema
C) Erythema
D) Urticaria

Answer 1

Scaling

Question 2

Which term describes open lesions that are the result of tissue damage that starts below the skin and then erupts onto the skin surface?

A) Eruptions
B) Ulcerations
C) Erosions
D) Fissures

Answer 2

Ulcerations

Question 3

Which statement does NOT describe a function of skin?

A) Waterproof covering for the entire body
B) Protection for internal organs
C) Barrier to microorganisms
D) Trigger for hormonal secretions during stress

Answer 3

Trigger for hormonal secretions during stress

Question 4

Fatigue, emotions, and sensitivity to some substances in the environment can result in:

A) wheals.
B) itching.
C) hives.
D) redness.

Question 5

Which type of cells contain a skin-color pigment that gives a person's skin its characteristic color?

A) Chromocytes
B) Dermocytes
C) Melanocytes
D) Xanocytes

Question 6

Which term describes a condition caused by the release of histamine from the skin cells during allergic reactions?

A) Urticaria
B) Pruritus
C) Edema
D) Erythema

Question 7

Which term describes a protective response of body tissues to irritation and injury-a process that results in swelling, redness, pain, and heat?

A) Allergy
B) Infection
C) Inflammation
D) Erythema

Question 8

Which term describes a hard protein contained in the cells of the epidermis, nails, and hair that is both waterproof and a barrier to pathogens and chemicals?

A) Collagen
B) Keratin
C) Melanin
D) Sebum

Question 9

Which term is another name for pruritus?

A) Hives
B) Redness
C) Swelling
D) Itching

Question 10

Which is another term for urticaria?

A) Wheal
B) Itching
C) Hives
D) Redness

Question 11

Which term does NOT describe a part of the integumentary system?

A) Hair
B) Nails
C) Glands
D) Fascia

Question 12

Which condition can be caused by poison ivy, cosmetics, and soaps?

A) Psoriasis
B) Contact dermatitis
C) Seborrheic dermatitis
D) Eczema (dermatitis)

Question 13

Collagen, blood vessels, nerves, lymphatic tissue, and connective tissue make up the

A) dermis.
B) epidermis.
C) peridermis.
D) subcutaneous layer.

Question 14

Which term describes the outermost layer of skin?

A) Dermis
B) Epidermis
C) Hyperdermis
D) Peridermis

Question 15

Which term describes reddening of the skin caused by an expansion of the capillaries close to the skin surface?

A) Pruritus
B) Edema
C) Erythema
D) Urticaria

Question 16

Which sign/symptom occurs when body temperature elevates and causes the blood vessels of the dermis to dilate?

A) secretion of sebum.
B) perspiration.
C) pallor.
D) excitation of the arrector pili muscles.

Question 17

Which part of the skin supplies support, insulation, nutrition, and cushioning or padding?

A) Dermis
B) Epidermis
C) Peridermis
D) Subcutaneous layer

Question 18

Which term describes a circumscribed area of pathological tissue?

A) Scaling
B) Urticaria
C) Lesion
D) Eruption

Question 19

Hair follicles, sebaceous and sweat glands, and sense receptors are contained in the:

A) dermis.
B) epidermis.
C) peridermis.
D) subcutaneous layer.

Question 20

Which term describes swelling caused by a buildup of fluid in the tissues?

A) Pruritus
B) Edema
C) Erythema
D) Urticaria

Question 21

Which classification of drugs can be used to effectively remove warts and corns?

A) Antipruritics
B) Antiseptics
C) Keratolytics
D) Miticides

Question 22

Which condition does NOT result from extended exposure to the sun?

A) Premature aging of the skin
B) Predisposition to cancer
C) Sunburn
D) Dermatitis

Question 23

Which type of medications relieves itching caused by inflammation?

A) Antipruritics
B) Antiseptics
C) Keratolytics
D) Miticides

Question 24

Which action is NOT caused by corticosteroids?

A) Antipruritic
B) Astringent
C) Anti-inflammatory
D) Vasoconstrictive

Question 25

Which term is NOT used to describe impaired skin integrity caused by prolonged pressure that damages skin and underlying tissue?

A) Bedsore
B) Pressure ulcer
C) Decubitus ulcer
D) Dermal ulcer

Question 26

Which term describes an infestation by lice?

A) Scabies
B) Pediculosis
C) Impetigo
D) Psoriasis

Question 27

Which topical medication relieves pain and itching by numbing the skin layers and mucous membranes?

A) Antipruritics
B) Keratolytics
C) Anesthetics
D) Antiseptics

Question 28

Which type of bactericidal drugs is used only on nonliving objects such as surgical instruments?

A) Antiseptics
B) Astringents
C) Disinfectants
D) Keratolytics

Question 29

Which type of medication may be given orally to patients with eczema who have developed sensitivity to topical preparations?

A) nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
B) antihistamines.
C) antibiotics.
D) vasoconstrictors.

Question 30

Which term describes drugs that soften and destroy the outer layer of skin so that it is sloughed off (shed)?

A) Astringents
B) Antipruritics
C) Keratolytics
D) Antiseptics

Question 31

Which topical medications kill insect parasites that infest the skin?

A) Keratolytics
B) Astringents
C) Miticides
D) Protectives

Question 32

Which skin condition is characterized by red, raised lesions covered with dry, silvery scales?

A) Eczema
B) Dandruff
C) Psoriasis
D) Seborrheic dermatitis

Question 33

Which type of topical medications inhibits the growth of microorganisms on skin surfaces?

A) Antipruritics
B) Keratolytics
C) Anesthetics
D) Antiseptics

Question 34

Which term describes the method used to calculate the percentage of body surface affected by burns?

A) Rule of Nines
B) Rule of Percentages
C) Rule of Burns
D) Rule of Proportions

Question 35

When applying a transdermal patch, always remove the old patch before applying a new one to:

A) ensure a continuous delivery of medication.
B) prevent skin irritation from the adhesive.
C) prevent a possible overdose.
D) maintain therapeutic levels of medication in the bloodstream.

Question 36

Which medication works by covering, cooling, drying, or soothing inflamed skin?

A) Antipruritics
B) Topical anesthetics
C) Protectives and astringents
D) Anti-inflammatory drugs

Question 37

Which conditions are examples of bacterial infections?

A) Chickenpox and measles
B) Impetigo and boils
C) Urticaria and macules
D) Scabies and pediculosis

Question 38

Which is the minimum recommended sun protection factor as set by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)?

A) SPF 10
B) SPF 15
C) SPF 30
D) SPF 45

Question 39

Which treatment is best cure for pressure ulcers?

A) Antibiotics
B) Anti-inflammatory drugs
C) Prevention
D) Protectants

Question 40

Which is a parasitic infestation caused by the itch mite?

A) Scabies
B) Pediculosis
C) Impetigo
D) Psoriasis

Question 41

Which term means to soften the skin by moistening, causing increased absorption through the skin?

A) Macerate
B) Transdermal
C) Constrict
D) Dilate

Question 42

Which technique should be used to apply lotions?

A) Rub in by hand.
B) Pat with a piece of cotton.
C) Apply with a wooden tongue blade.
D) Pour onto the affected area.

Question 43

It is a health care worker's legal responsibility to tell patients who are using Accutane to avoid the __________ because of photosensitivity and to avoid drinking _____________ because it potentiates the serum triglyceride level.

Question 44

Which is a type of dressing that seals in drugs, body heat, and moisture?

A) Inclusive
B) Occlusive
C) Transdermal
D) Penetrating

Question 45

Which sign/symptom occurs with partial-thickness burns?

A) Blanches (whitens) on pressure
B) Has mild swelling
C) Blisters
D) Has white, leathery-appearing skin

Question 46

Which sign/symptom is made up of dead white blood cells and debris?

A) Pus
B) Crusts
C) Scales
D) Blisters

Question 47

Healthcare workers should be strong advocates of safe sun practices by instructing patients that repeated and prolonged sun exposure is a precursor to the formation of _____________.

Question 48

Which procedure should be used to remove a dressing that is sticking to a wound?

A) Gently pull the dressing off from front to back.
B) Place a heating pad on the wound to loosen the scab.
C) Soften by moistening the dressing with normal saline.
D) Spray the dressing with an anesthetic to reduce patient discomfort.

Question 49

Wounds, hemorrhoids, and sunburns may be treated with which medication?

A) Topical anesthetics
B) Antiseptics
C) Antipruritics
D) Antihistamines

Question 50

Exposure to the sun and alcohol consumption must be avoided by patients who are prescribed which medication?

A) Accutane
B) Nitro-Dur
C) DuoDERM Hydroactive
D) Salicylic acid

Question 51

Applying wet dressings, using a fat-soluble drug, and rubbing the preparation into the skin are all methods used to increase the ___________________ of drugs in deeper skin layers.

A) therapeutic levels
B) distribution
C) absorption
D) metabolism

Question 52

Which personal protective gear (or equipment) should be worn by a health care worker when applying drug patches to the skin?

A) Gloves
B) Goggles
C) Gown
D) Face shield

Question 53

To apply a(n) _____________ correctly, rub it in gently.

Question 54

Betadine, Neosporin, Neo-Polycin, and Mycitracin are antiseptics/antimicrobials that can be used to treat:

A) minor burns.
B) minor wounds.
C) diaper rash.
D) insect bites.

Question 55

Desitin, Vasoline, and zinc oxide are all protectives used to treat:

A) minor burns.
B) minor wounds.
C) diaper rash.
D) insect bites.

Question 56

Which term describes a discoloration, or bruising, of the skin caused by leakage of blood into the subcutaneous tissue?

A) Erythema
B) Edema
C) Ecchymosis
D) Petechiae

Question 57

Which statement describes why people who have skin conditions need psychological support?

A) Living with constant pain or itching is stressful.
B) People may become depressed about their condition.
C) Acne may affect body image.
D) All answers are correct.

Question 58

Which class of drugs should be used only topically, never orally?

A) Antiseptics
B) Antipruritics
C) Analgesics
D) Antibiotics

Question 59

Which type of burn is caused by contact with a caustic agent such as acid?

A) Thermal
B) Chemical
C) Electrical
D) Inhalation

Question 60

If a skin condition is painful, which of the following drugs may be ordered by the doctor prior to administration of a topical medication?

A) Astringent
B) Corticosteroid
C) Antipruritic
D) Analgesic

Question 61

The outermost avascular layer of the skin is the _________________.

Question 62

To apply a lotion correctly, _________ it on skin.

Question 63

Body temperature is regulated with the help of the __________ glands in the dermis.

Question 64

_____________ is caused by an expansion of the capillaries close to the skin surface and presents as reddening of the skin.

Question 65

______________ is caused by the release of histamine from the skin cells during an allergic reaction.

Question 66

Support, insulation, nutrition, and cushioning or padding are provided by the _______________ layer of the skin.

Question 67

The hard protein in the cells of the epidermis, nails, and hair that is both waterproof and a barrier to pathogens and chemicals is _____________.

Question 68

To apply a liniment correctly, _____________ it in vigorously.

Question 69

A structure that picks up sensations of hot, cold, touch, pain, or pressure in the skin is a(n) ____________________.

Question 70

The skin is also important to body image; for example, conditions such as acne can have a negative impact on an adolescent's ________________.

Question 71

The skin forms a waterproof protective covering for the entire body and acts as a barrier to ________________.

Question 72

Collagen, blood vessels, nerves, lymphatic tissue, and connective tissue make up the _____________.

Question 73

The skin also senses temperature changes in the environment and helps regulate body temperature. When body temperature goes up, the blood vessels in the dermis dilate, causing _____________________.

Question 74

_______________ is caused by a buildup of fluid in the tissues.

Question 75

The protective response of body tissues to irritation and injury that results in swelling, redness, heat, and pain is called ___________________.

Question 76

To apply ointments correctly, apply them with a wooden ___________ or a cotton-tipped applicator.

Question 77

The skin is a mirror of human _______________, which reveal themselves through blushing, paleness, and rashes.

Question 78

Melanocytes in the epidermis contain melanin that gives a person's skin its characteristic ________________.

Question 79

An excess of keratin in the epidermis is termed ___________________.

Question 80

Another term for pruritus is _____________.