Deck 20: Integumentary System

Question 1

A person with herpes will be:

A)Cured with Zovirax
B)Susceptible to flare-ups when the immune system is weakened
C)On bed rest for the rest of their life
D)None of the above

Answer 1

B
Both types of herpes affect the nervous system,and persons are prone to repeated outbreaks when the immune system becomes weakened.Although there is no cure for herpes,there are medications that can lessen the amount and length of outbreaks.

Question 2

Corticosteroids,such as Diprolene and Diprosone,can be used for people suffering from psoriasis.

Answer 2

True
More potent topical drugs,such as corticosteroids,may be used on psoriasis to keep it under control.

Question 3

Hives will disappear with the proper medication.

Answer 3

False
Hives may dissipate within several hours even without treatment.

Question 4

Each sunburn increases the chance of mutations in the structure of DNA.

Question 5

Which of the following medications would be prescribed for someone with psoriasis?

A)Lidex
B)Silvadene
C)Anbesol
D)Salicylic acid

Question 6

All of the following can be causes of photosensitivity except:

A)Infections
B)Autoimmune disorders
C)Herbs
D)Contact with chemicals

Question 7

Acne only appears on the face.

Question 8

New cells are produced in the basal layer.

Question 9

Skin contains all the following except:

A)Nerves
B)Muscles
C)Glands
D)Blood vessels

Question 10

Another name for hives is urticaria.

Question 11

Common warts are caused by:

A)DNA mutations triggered by excessive UVA and UVB rays
B)Bacterial growth on the skin
C)A virus causing growths on the skin
D)A parasite

Question 12

An antiinflammatory:

A)Reduces swelling
B)Reduces pain
C)Promotes healing
D)Both A and B
E) All the above

Question 13

Sunburns can begin to peel immediately.

Question 14

Desquamation is:

A)A normal process
B)Associated with diseases
C)All the above
D)None of the above

Question 15

All of the following are antibacterial except:

A)Tetracycline
B)Erythromycin
C)Polymyxin B sulfate
D)Ketoconazole

Question 16

Sebaceous glands are larger than sweat glands.

Question 17

Which of the following is not a common skin condition usually treated at home?

A)Acne
B)Sunburns
C)Psoriasis
D)Hives

Question 18

If a customer complains of head lice,you can tell the customer:

A)Go to a physician because only prescriptions will treat lice
B)There are plenty of OTC products available to treat lice
C)To wash their hair in hot water to kill lice
D)To rub hydrocortisone on the itchy areas

Question 19

The most effective non-drug treatment for acne is excessive cleaning.

Question 20

Your skin is the only part of your body that needs protection from the sun's rays.

Question 21

Match the drug with the correct classification.
a.Antibacterial
c.Antivirals
b.Antifungal
d.Biologics
Zovirax

Question 22

Match the drug with the correct classification.
a.Antibacterial
c.Antivirals
b.Antifungal
d.Biologics
Dynapen

Question 23

Match the drug with the correct classification.
a.Antibacterial
c.Antivirals
b.Antifungal
d.Biologics
Lamisil

Question 24

Match the drug with the correct classification.
a.Antibacterial
c.Antivirals
b.Antifungal
d.Biologics
Achromycin

Question 25

Match the drug with the correct classification.
a.Antibacterial
c.Antivirals
b.Antifungal
d.Biologics
Enbrel

Question 26

Match the drug with the correct classification.
a.Antibacterial
c.Antivirals
b.Antifungal
d.Biologics
Amevive

Question 27

Match the drug with the correct classification.
a.Antibacterial
c.Antivirals
b.Antifungal
d.Biologics
Valtrex