Deck 17: Diseases and Disorders of the Integumentary System

Question 1

_____ is an abnormal redness of the skin caused by increased blood flow and dilated blood vessels close to the skin's surface.

A)Cyanosis
B)Erythema
C)Jaundice
D)Pallor

Answer 1

B

Question 2

Warts are caused by infection with the _____.

A)Herpes simplex virus
B)Human papilloma virus
C)Staphylococcus aureus
D)Trichophyton rubrum

Answer 2

B

Question 3

A _____, or hive, is a localized elevation in the skin that is often accompanied by itching.

A)macule
B)papule
C)vesicle
D)wheal

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Impetigo is an acute, highly contagious _____ skin infection that occurs mainly among infants and children.

A)bacterial
B)fungal
C)protozoan
D)viral

Question 5

_____ is a yellow discoloration of the skin and the whites of the eyes caused by bile accumulation in the skin.

A)Cyanosis
B)Erythema
C)Jaundice
D)Pallor

Question 6

_____ glands secrete an oily substance into the hair follicles and onto the surface of the skin.

A)Adipose
B)Eccrine
C)Epocrine
D)Sebaceous

Question 7

A _____, or freckle, is a discolored spot of the skin.

A)macule
B)papule
C)vesicle
D)wheal

Question 8

Adipose tissue or fat cells in the _____ tissue help insulate the body from heat and cold.

A)dermis
B)epidermis
C)subcutaneous
D)subdermis

Question 9

Tinea _____ affects smooth areas of the skin on the arms, legs, and body.

A)capitis
B)corporis
C)cruris
D)pedis

Question 10

The cause of folliculitis, furuncles, and carbuncles is usually the _____.

A)Herpes simplex virus
B)Human papilloma virus
C)Staphylococcus aureus
D)Trichophyton rubrum

Question 11

The herpes virus remains inactive in _____ cells until something triggers the virus to become active again.

A)bone
B)muscle
C)nerve
D)skin

Question 12

Tinea _____, or athlete's foot, is the most common type of tinea worldwide.

A)capitis
B)corporis
C)cruris
D)pedis

Question 13

Folliculitis is a superficial _____ infection of the hair follicles.

A)bacterial
B)fungal
C)protozoan
D)viral

Question 14

The prevalence of epidermoid cysts is not known, but they are the most common _____ cyst.

A)cutaneous
B)dermis
C)subcutaneous
D)subdermis

Question 15

_____ is pale skin caused by decreased blood flow.

A)Cyanosis
B)Erythema
C)Jaundice
D)Pallor

Question 16

_____ is blue tint to the skin, caused by a deficiency of oxygen in circulating blood.

A)Cyanosis
B)Erythema
C)Jaundice
D)Pallor

Question 17

A _____, or pimple, is a solid, elevated area on the skin.

A)macule
B)papule
C)vesicle
D)wheal

Question 18

A _____, or blister, is a small, fluid-filled sac.

A)macule
B)papule
C)vesicle
D)wheal

Question 19

_____ warts grow inward on the soles of the feet, forming hard, thick patches of skin with dark specks.

A)Common
B)Filiform
C)Periungual
D)Plantar

Question 20

Erysipelas is a superficial _____ infection of the skin.

A)bacterial
B)fungal
C)protozoan
D)viral

Question 21

The etiology of seborrheic dermatitis is idiopatic, but the yeast _____ that normally inhabit the scalp may play a role.

A)Candida albicans
B)Malessizia
C)Staphylococcus aureus
D)Trichophyton rubrum

Question 22

The main skin pigment, melanin, is interspersed among other cells in the _____.

A)dermis
B)epidermis
C)subcutaneous
D)subdermis

Question 23

_____ hemangioma is the most common type of hemangioma; it may be present at birth or a few weeks after birth; and it usually disappears between the ages of 5 and 10.

A)Cherry
B)Nevus
C)Port-wine stain
D)Strawberry

Question 24

The etiology of rosacea is _____.

A)congenital
B)hereditary
C)idiopathic
D)infectious

Question 25

There are two types of acne: _____.

A)cancerous and noncancerous
B)contagious and noncontagious
C)infectious and noninfectious
D)inflammatory and noninflammatory

Question 26

_____, or head lice, are common among schoolchildren.

A)Pediculus humanus capitis
B)Pediculus humanus corporis
C)Pthirus pubis
D)Sarcoptes scabiei

Question 27

_____ hemangiomas are flat or slightly raised; usually present at birth; usually permanent; and can appear anywhere on the body.

A)Cherry
B)Nevus
C)Port-wine stain
D)Strawberry

Question 28

The average age of diagnosis of melanoma is _____.

A)20
B)40
C)60
D)80

Question 29

Often the first sign of _____ is a change in the shape, color, size, or feel of an existing mole.

A)basal cell carcinoma
B)melanoma
C)nevus
D)squamous cell carcinoma

Question 30

Tinea is usually caused by _____.

A)Herpes simplex virus
B)Human papilloma virus
C)Staphylococcus aureus
D)Trichophyton rubrum

Question 31

UV radiation-induced damage to _____ is the cause of nonmelanoma skin cancer.

A)ACS
B)BCC
C)DNA
D)SCC

Question 32

Tinea _____, or jock itch, generally affects the groin and upper and inner thighs.

A)capitis
B)corporis
C)cruris
D)pedis

Question 33

_____ occurs under conditions that reduce immunity or disrupt the normal flora.

A)Candidiasis
B)Malessizia
C)Staphylococcus
D)Trichophyton

Question 34

The _____ region is the most common area for pressure ulcers to develop.

A)buttock
B)elbow
C)heels of the feet
D)lumbar

Question 35

Turning and reposition of patients at risk for pressure ulcers should be performed every _____.

A)hour
B)two hours
C)four hours
D)eight hours

Question 36

Treatment for acne includes vitamin _____ derivatives to unclog pores and decrease inflammation.

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D

Question 37

In babies, atopic dermatitis primarily affects the _____.

A)face and neck
B)neck and ears
C)face and torso
D)face, neck, ears, and torso

Question 38

_____ infest both men and women and are generally spread by sexual contact.

A)Pediculus humanus capitis
B)Pediculus humanus corporis
C)Pthirus pubis
D)Sarcoptes scabiei

Question 39

Phototherapy is generally used for patients with moderate to severe _____.

A)eczema
B)psoriasis
C)rosacea
D)urticaria

Question 40

_____ is a broad term covering many different disorders characterized by a rash accompanied by pruritis and erythema.

A)Dermatitis
B)Psoriasis
C)Rosacea
D)Urticaria

Question 41

Erysipelas and cellulitis infections usually appear on the trunk or back.

Question 42

_____-degree burns affect the epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, and structures below the skin.

A)First
B)Second
C)Third
D)Fourth

Question 43

Aging skin becomes less resistant to infection and other diseases because the number of _____ decrease and are less efficient.

A)collagens
B)macrophages
C)melanocytes
D)sebaceous glands

Question 44

Herpes complex (HSV-2)is the etiological agent of skin infections known as cold sores or fever blisters.

Question 45

_____-degree or superficial burns affect the epidermis.

A)First
B)Second
C)Third
D)Fourth

Question 46

If actinic keratosis is not treated, 10% to 15% may develop into _____.

A)basal cell carcinoma
B)hematoma
C)melanoma
D)squamous cell carcinoma

Question 47

The skin is the largest organ of the human body.

Question 48

_____ are areas of the skin that have grown thick in response to repeated pressure and friction and form to protect the skin.

A)Corns and calluses
B)Hemangiomas
C)Melasma and Ephelides
D)Pressure ulcers

Question 49

Epidermoid cysts are caused by abnormal cell proliferation.

Question 50

_____-degree burns affect the epidermis and portions of the dermis.

A)First
B)Second
C)Third
D)Fourth

Question 51

_____ is a benign overgrowth of epithelial cells.

A)Ephelides
B)Melanoma
C)Rosacea
D)Seborrheic keratosis

Question 52

An ulcer is an area of the skin in which the surface has eroded.

Question 53

The three layers of the skin are the epidermis, the dermis, and the subdermis.

Question 54

_____-degree burns affect the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

A)First
B)Second
C)Third
D)Fourth

Question 55

Furuncles and carbuncles may be treated with application of moist heat and antiseptic skin cleansing.

Question 56

Apocrine sweat glands begin to function at puberty.

Question 57

Clubbing is an enlargement of the ends of the nails due to long-term blood-iron deficiency.

Question 58

_____keratosis, also known as solar keratosis, is a precancerous skin condition.

A)Actinic
B)Nevus
C)Seborrheic
D)Vascular

Question 59

It is important to wear a hat because _____ of body heat is lost through the head.

A)10% to 30%
B)30% to 50%
C)50% to 70%
D)70% to 90%

Question 60

Carbuncles consist of clusters of furuncles.

Question 61

Reducing emotional and physical stress may help with the development of urticaria.

Question 62

Oral herpes can be cured by applying antiviral cream to the lips and affected area.

Question 63

Acne is associated with hormonal changes that occur during adolescence, pregnancy, and menstruation.

Question 64

The most common skin cancer is squamous cell carcinoma.

Question 65

Scabies occurs among the homeless and in overcrowded conditions.

Question 66

Fungal infections are caused by microscopic yeast and mold that live on the skin, hair, or nails.

Question 67

The prevalence of dermatitis is unknown because many cases are mild or go unreported to doctors.

Question 68

Atypical moles are less likely than other moles to develop into melanoma.

Question 69

People with ocular albinism usually have normal or only slightly lighter than normal skin.

Question 70

Atopic dermatitis is the most common type of eczema.

Question 71

The rhinophyma found in rosacea occurs mainly in women.

Question 72

Punctures that penetrate the skin create an anaerobic environment preferred by the tetanus bacteria.

Question 73

Candidiasis is an infection caused by a fungus.

Question 74

With urticaria, wheals usually appear first on the covered area of the skin.

Question 75

Periungual warts grow in the groin or peri-anal area.

Question 76

Scabies are able to fly and jump, making transmission predominantly through close contact with an infected source.

Question 77

Skin cancer is the most common of all cancers.

Question 78

The vitamin isotretinoin, used to treat acne, is associated with severe birth defects if pregnancy occurs during the course of treatment.

Question 79

The primary signs of rosacea include flushing, persistent erythema, papules, pustules, and telangiectasias.

Question 80

Pruritis is the most common symptom of pediculosis, is caused by the saliva of lice.