Deck 27: Therapeutic Agents for the Dermatologic System

Question 1

Silver sulfadiazine (Silvadene) topical is used for:

A) Acne
B) Burns
C) Chickenpox
D) Shingles

Answer 1

Burns

Question 2

Which of the following agents require participation in the iPLEDGE program?

A) Retin-A
B) Sotret
C) Renova
D) A and B

Answer 2

Sotret

Question 3

The first-line therapy for psoriasis is usually:

A) Topical
B) Oral
C) Ultraviolet (UV) light
D) Administration of an intravenous medication

Answer 3

Topical

Question 4

The epidermis:

A) Contains nerves, glands, and blood vessels
B) Consists of two layers
C) Contains melanin
D) Contains fat cells

Question 5

Which of the following is(are) composed of the protein keratin?

A) Hair
B) Nails
C) Base of the cuticle
D) All of the above

Question 6

Pruritus is the medical term for:

A) Skin inflammation
B) Acne
C) Itching
D) Rash

Question 7

A lack of hair growth is called:

A) Alopecia
B) Hirsutism
C) Keratinitis
D) Sebaceousness

Question 8

OTC treatments for Tinea pedis are available in:

A) Creams
B) Powders
C) Sprays
D) All of the above

Question 9

What is an advantage of topical antibiotics over oral antibiotics for the treatment of impetigo?

A) Topical antibiotics work faster.
B) They are more effective.
C) Topical antibiotics do not have systemic side effects.
D) They cover more strains of bacteria.

Question 10

The skin:

A) Is the largest organ of the body
B) Is made of layers
C) Provides protection and allows for the perception of pain
D) All of the above are characteristics or functions of the skin

Question 11

Which one of the following statements is not true regarding topical Compound W?

A) Compound W is salicylic acid.
B) It is a keratolytic agent.
C) Compound W is available OTC.
D) It is recommended for common, genital, and plantar warts.

Question 12

The generic name for Retin-A is:

A) Tetracycline
B) Tretinoin
C) Isotretinoin
D) Benzoyl peroxide

Question 13

What instructions should accompany a prescription for fluorouracil (5-FU)?

A) Apply using gloves or a non-metal applicator.
B) Wash hands after each application.
C) Avoid excessive sun exposure.
D) All of the above instructions should accompany the prescription for 5-FU.

Question 14

Tacrolimus is used:

A) Topically for eczema
B) Orally for organ transplant rejection prophylaxis
C) Topically for acne
D) A and B

Question 15

Which one of the following statements is not true regarding impetigo?

A) Impetigo can be caused by streptococcal organisms or Staphylococcus aureus.
B) It is highly contagious.
C) Once a person has impetigo, they are immune to getting it again.
D) Impetigo is treated with topical or oral antibiotics.

Question 16

Topical salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide preparations can be used in the treatment of:

A) Acne
B) Impetigo
C) Psoriasis
D) A and B

Question 17

Which one of the following statements is not true concerning shingles?

A) Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox.
B) Shingles is not painful.
C) A vaccine is available.
D) Antiviral medications may be used to reduce pain and to promote healing.

Question 18

A common OTC brand name of clotrimazole is:

A) Lotrimin AF
B) Nizoral
C) Lamisil
D) Tinactin

Question 19

Which one of the following statements is not true of psoriasis?

A) Psoriasis often appears as plaques of silvery scales.
B) It is non-infectious.
C) Psoriasis is curable.
D) It is an inflammatory skin disorder.

Question 20

All of the following are antibacterial treatments except:

A) Bacitracin
B) Neomycin
C) Polymyxin B sulfate
D) Ketoconazole

Question 21

Elidel (pimecrolimus) is indicated for:

A) Eczema
B) Impetigo
C) Psoriasis
D) B and C

Question 22

Clobetasol propionate is the generic name for:

A) Diprolene
B) Lidex
C) Rheumatrex
D) Temovate

Question 23

Which auxiliary label(s) is(are) needed on a prescription for tetracycline for acne?

A) Do not take with dairy products.
B) Do not take within 4 hours of antacids or iron products.
C) Avoid sunlight.
D) All of the above auxiliary labels are needed.

Question 24

Adalimumab, golimumab, and ustekinumab for psoriasis are all administered:

A) Orally
B) Topically
C) Subcutaneously
D) Intramuscularly

Question 25

Which one of the following statements is not true regarding permethrin (Nix)?

A) Permethrin (Nix) is available by prescription only.
B) It paralyzes and kills lice.
C) Permethrin (Nix) is available as a topical cream rinse.
D) A second treatment may be required in 7 to 10 days.

Question 26

Which of the following ingredients is(are) in OTC Neosporin?

A) Bacitracin
B) Neomycin
C) Polymyxin B sulfate
D) All of the above

Question 27

Treatment of eczema may include:

A) Topical corticosteroids
B) Topical and oral calcineurin inhibitors
C) Immunosuppressants
D) All of the above

Question 28

If a customer complains of head lice, then he or she can be advised to:

A) Visit a physician to be given a prescription
B) Wash his or her hair in really hot water with a regular shampoo
C) Talk to a pharmacist about one of the OTC treatments
D) Use diphenhydramine for the itching

Question 29

Which glands produce sebum, an oily and waxy substance that lubricates the skin and retains water to provide moisture?

A) Sweat glands
B) Sebaceous glands
C) A and B
D) None of the above

Question 30

All of the following statements are true concerning oral isotretinoin use except:

A) The boxed warning reads, "Avoid using during pregnancy due to the risk of severe birth defects."
B) Only the patient needs to be enrolled in the iPLEDGE program.
C) Isotretinoin is used for severe cases of acne.
D) Isotretinoin inhibits sebum production.

Question 31

Which term refers to a fungal infection of the fingernails or toenails?

A) Eschar
B) Exfoliation
C) Hirsutism
D) Onychomycosis

Question 32

The generic name for Bactroban is:

A) Bacitracin
B) Mupirocin
C) Neomycin
D) Retapamulin

Question 33

A drug that causes shedding of the outer layer of the skin is called a(an):

A) Emollient
B) Antiseptic
C) Keratolytic
D) Xerotic

Question 34

The generic name for Dovonex is:

A) Acyclovir
B) Alfacept
C) Calcipotriene
D) Diphenhydramine

Question 35

Valacyclovir is indicated for:

A) Alopecia
B) Hirutism
C) Impetigo
D) Varicella

Question 36

Lamisil is indicated in the treatment of:

A) Burns
B) Dermatological fungal infections
C) Seborrhea
D) Varicella