Match the pathologic skin conditions with their correct descriptions.

-Necrosis of skin tissue resulting from ischemia
A)acne
B)decubitus ulcer
C)eczema
D)gangrene
E)impetigo
F)malignant melanoma
G)psoriasis
H)scleroderma
I)systemic lupus erythematosus
J)tinea

Question

Match the pathologic skin conditions with their correct descriptions.

-Necrosis of skin tissue resulting from ischemia
A)acne
B)decubitus ulcer
C)eczema
D)gangrene
E)impetigo
F)malignant melanoma
G)psoriasis
H)scleroderma
I)systemic lupus erythematosus
J)tinea

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Gangrene refers to necrosis of skin tissue resulting from ischemia.

Answer: B 
 Decubitus ulcer is a pathological skin condition that occurs when skin and underlying tissue are compressed, causing decreased blood flow to the area and resulting in tissue necrosis.

Answer: F 
 Malignant melanoma is a type of skin cancer that arises from the melanocytes, which are the cells that produce pigment in the skin.

Answer: H 
 Scleroderma is a chronic connective tissue disorder that affects the skin, causing it to become hard and thickened.

Answer: I 
 Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease that can affect multiple organs in the body, including the skin. Skin involvement can include a variety of rashes and lesions.

Answer: J 
 Tinea refers to a group of skin infections caused by fungi, such as athlete's foot or ringworm.

The other conditions (acne, eczema, impetigo, and psoriasis) are not described by the given definition.

Match the Pathologic Skin Conditions with Their Correct Descriptions