Deck 32: Burn Injury and Other Conditions of the Skin

Question 1

Herpes zoster, or shingles, is:

A) a chronic, inflammatory disease in which there is greatly accelerated epidermal cell turnover; as a result, individuals develop noticeable skin lesions.
B) a reactivation of the virus that caused chickenpox in individuals at a younger age.
C) the most commonly encountered skin condition, which results from interaction between bacteria in the skin, excess oil production, and hormones.
D) a hypersensitivity to a specific substance or substances.

Answer 1

B

Question 2

____________________ involves clipping away dead, charred tissue to prevent growth of bacteria under the burn's surface.

A) Filtration
B) Debridement
C) Grafting
D) Dressings

Answer 2

B

Question 3

Mr. G received second- and third-degree burns of his leg and has since then received a number of skin grafts. Most of the grafting he is currently receiving is autografts. This means that:

A) he has received a graft from another species
B) the graft was chemically manufactured
C) a section of his own skin that was removed from an uninvolved site has been used
D) he received a human skin graft, but from a cadaver donor

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Electrical burns are generally full-thickness burns:

A) associated with severe postburn disability
B) easily treated with no significant disabling effects
C) which are fatal
D) which are rare

Question 5

____________________ is the outer layer of the skin that protects the deeper tissues from drying, invasion by organisms, and trauma.

A) Melanin
B) Dermis
C) Epidermis
D) Sebaceous glands

Question 6

Dermabrasion consists of:

A) artificial light sources used for localized or generalized treatments of various skin conditions
B) a procedure that produces a controlled chemical burn and destruction of the upper layer of the skin
C) wet soaks or therapeutic baths used to reduce the drying effects of air, relieve discomfort, or enhance the removal of scales and crusts so that healing may take place
D) buffing, or abrading, the top surface of the skin in order to reduce scarring

Question 7

____________________ are the most common burns, which are caused by fire, hot liquids, or direct contact with a hot surface.

A) Radiation burns
B) Electrical burns
C) Thermal burns
D) Chemical burns

Question 8

Those with burns to the upper body, especially the head and neck may be prone to:

A) respiratory complications
B) circulatory complications
C) musculoskeletal complications
D) cardiovascular complications

Question 9

A ___________________ is a burn that extends to the underlying subcutaneous fat, muscle, or bone.

A) full-thickness burn
B) fourth-degree burn
C) superficial burn
D) Partial-thickness burn

Question 10

Psoriasis is:

A) a chronic inflammatory disease in which there is greatly accelerated epidermal cell turnover.
B) a superficial inflammation of the skin
C) a hypersensitivity to a specific substance or substances
D) a reactivation of the virus that caused chickenpox in children

Question 11

Ms. O received third-degree burns over 60% of her body in a gas leak explosion that occurred at her home. She has recently been released from the burn unit. You began working with her while in the burn unit and will continue to work with her in preparing her for return to work. In developing her rehabilitation plan with her, you note that she has had a number of skin grafts and now needs to wear an elastic vest and neck garment during this phase of treatment. The purpose of these garments is:

Question 12

Ms. P presents with hands that are edematous, red, and she complains of severe pruritus. On inspecting her hands, it is apparent that she has been itching her hands as they are red, cracked, and bleeding. She is employed as a nurse and finds that she is significantly bothered with the need for frequent hand washing and wearing gloves. Ms. P has become increasingly aware of discomfort in her workplace. Discuss how Ms. P might address her coworkers or what other vocational counseling she might need.

Question 13

Mr. G received a partial-thickness burn on his right arm in an accident at work. What symptoms would he experience as a result of a partial thickness burn?

Question 14

The ability of individuals, who suffered burn injuries, to return to their former occupation depends on:

Question 15

Describe the types of burns.

Question 16

Discuss burn depth. Address the Rule of Nines.

Question 17

Discuss the acute phase of burn treatment.

Question 18

Discuss the three phases of burn management.

Question 19

What is the difference between atopic dermatitis and contact dermatitis?

Question 20

What are the general ways that a skin condition can be managed?