Question 1

What is the most deadly form of skin cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)  Basal 
B)  Squamous 
C)  Melanoma 
D)  Actinic keratosis 
A)  Basal 
B)  Squamous 
C)  Melanoma 
D)  Actinic keratosis C

Question 2

Atopic dermatitis (eczema)is caused by

Accepted Answer

A)  parasitic infestation of the skin. 
B)  superficial staphylococcal infection. 
C)  superficial fungal infection. 
D)  contact with skin allergens. 
A)  parasitic infestation of the skin. 
B)  superficial staphylococcal infection. 
C)  superficial fungal infection. 
D)  contact with skin allergens. D

Question 3

Herpes simplex I infection (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  causes both oral and genital infections. 
B)  begins with a burning or tingling sensation. 
C)  reactivates with stress, sun exposure, menses. 
D)  is painless. 
E)  remains latent in spinal ganglia between outbreaks. 
A)  causes both oral and genital infections. 
B)  begins with a burning or tingling sensation. 
C)  reactivates with stress, sun exposure, menses. 
D)  is painless. 
E)  remains latent in spinal ganglia between outbreaks. B,C,E

Question 4

Acute,painful inflammation with vesicles along the distribution of a spinal nerve (dermatome)is characteristic of

Accepted Answer

A)  herpes zoster. 
B)  herpes simplex. 
C)  human papillomavirus. 
D)  tinea. 
A)  herpes zoster. 
B)  herpes simplex. 
C)  human papillomavirus. 
D)  tinea.

Question 5

Manifestations of herpes zoster include

Accepted Answer

A)  multiple fluid-filled vesicles on the lips, tongue, and hands. 
B)  generalized, painful maculopapular rash. 
C)  red, itchy palms and soles of feet. 
D)  a dermatomal distribution of lesions and pain. 
A)  multiple fluid-filled vesicles on the lips, tongue, and hands. 
B)  generalized, painful maculopapular rash. 
C)  red, itchy palms and soles of feet. 
D)  a dermatomal distribution of lesions and pain.

Question 6

Which finding indicates a need for further evaluation of a nevus mole?

Accepted Answer

A)  The presence of light pigmentation 
B)  Variations in color within the nevus 
C)  Very dark coloration of the mole 
D)  Diameter less than 2 mm 
A)  The presence of light pigmentation 
B)  Variations in color within the nevus 
C)  Very dark coloration of the mole 
D)  Diameter less than 2 mm

Question 7

The presence of a widely distributed pruritic maculopapular rash and erythema is commonly associated with

Accepted Answer

A)  psoriasis. 
B)  drug reaction. 
C)  scleroderma. 
D)  bedbug bites. 
A)  psoriasis. 
B)  drug reaction. 
C)  scleroderma. 
D)  bedbug bites.

Question 8

Which type of dermatitis is associated with cradle cap in newborns?

Accepted Answer

A)  Irritant 
B)  Seborrheic 
C)  Atopic 
D)  Stasis 
A)  Irritant 
B)  Seborrheic 
C)  Atopic 
D)  Stasis

Question 9

A 4-year-old is brought to the clinic for evaluation of dry,scaly,itchy patches on the face,antecubital areas,and behind the ears and knees.The skin is dry overall,and there is evidence of scratching.This is likely a case of

Accepted Answer

A)  impetigo. 
B)  atopic dermatitis. 
C)  psoriasis. 
D)  scabies. 
A)  impetigo. 
B)  atopic dermatitis. 
C)  psoriasis. 
D)  scabies.

Question 10

Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes

Accepted Answer

A)  measles. 
B)  mumps. 
C)  chickenpox. 
D)  rubella. 
A)  measles. 
B)  mumps. 
C)  chickenpox. 
D)  rubella.

Question 11

Deep pressure ulcers usually

Accepted Answer

A)  appear first as reddened areas that do not blanch. 
B)  begin in the dermal and epidermal skin layers. 
C)  result from thrombosis of deep vessels. 
D)  are an unavoidable consequence of immobility. 
A)  appear first as reddened areas that do not blanch. 
B)  begin in the dermal and epidermal skin layers. 
C)  result from thrombosis of deep vessels. 
D)  are an unavoidable consequence of immobility.

Question 12

What is the most common,benign form of skin cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)  Basal 
B)  Squamous 
C)  Melanoma 
D)  Actinic keratosis 
A)  Basal 
B)  Squamous 
C)  Melanoma 
D)  Actinic keratosis

Question 13

A topical therapy that would tend to dry the skin because it is an astringent is

Accepted Answer

A)  lotion. 
B)  gel. 
C)  cream. 
D)  ointments. 
A)  lotion. 
B)  gel. 
C)  cream. 
D)  ointments.

Question 14

Itchy linear burrows on the hands and wrists are associated with

Accepted Answer

A)  tick bites. 
B)  Rocky Mountain spotted fever. 
C)  scabies. 
D)  contact dermatitis. 
A)  tick bites. 
B)  Rocky Mountain spotted fever. 
C)  scabies. 
D)  contact dermatitis.

Question 15

Scleroderma is characterized by

Accepted Answer

A)  large, weeping, open sores. 
B)  thickening and decreased elasticity of the skin. 
C)  butterfly rash on the face. 
D)  hair loss and ulcer formation on the extremities. 
A)  large, weeping, open sores. 
B)  thickening and decreased elasticity of the skin. 
C)  butterfly rash on the face. 
D)  hair loss and ulcer formation on the extremities.

Question 16

Which skin disorder is thought to be caused by an autoimmune reaction and is characterized by bullous eruptions?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pemphigus 
B)  Psoriasis 
C)  Pityriasis rosea 
D)  Lichen planus 
A)  Pemphigus 
B)  Psoriasis 
C)  Pityriasis rosea 
D)  Lichen planus

Question 17

At puberty when sebaceous gland secretion increases,follicle obstruction and infection may occur,resulting in

Accepted Answer

A)  psoriasis. 
B)  eczema. 
C)  acne vulgaris. 
D)  pemphigus. 
A)  psoriasis. 
B)  eczema. 
C)  acne vulgaris. 
D)  pemphigus.

Question 18

Impetigo is a skin infection caused by

Accepted Answer

A)  fungus. 
B)  yeast. 
C)  bacteria. 
D)  parasite. 
A)  fungus. 
B)  yeast. 
C)  bacteria. 
D)  parasite.

Question 19

It is true that vitiligo

Accepted Answer

A)  occurs as a result of a genetic lack of melanin production. 
B)  is a depigmented patch of skin. 
C)  occurs most commonly in light-skinned individuals. 
D)  is a warning sign for malignant melanoma. 
A)  occurs as a result of a genetic lack of melanin production. 
B)  is a depigmented patch of skin. 
C)  occurs most commonly in light-skinned individuals. 
D)  is a warning sign for malignant melanoma.

Question 20

Onycholysis is characterized by

Accepted Answer

A)  silvery plaques on the skin. 
B)  itching, oozing rash. 
C)  destruction of the nails. 
D)  whitish coating on the tongue. 
A)  silvery plaques on the skin. 
B)  itching, oozing rash. 
C)  destruction of the nails. 
D)  whitish coating on the tongue.

Exam 53: Alterations in the Integumentary System

What is the most deadly form of skin cancer?

Atopic dermatitis (eczema)is caused by

Herpes simplex I infection (Select all that apply.)

Acute,painful inflammation with vesicles along the distribution of a spinal nerve (dermatome)is characteristic of

Manifestations of herpes zoster include

Which finding indicates a need for further evaluation of a nevus mole?

The presence of a widely distributed pruritic maculopapular rash and erythema is commonly associated with

Which type of dermatitis is associated with cradle cap in newborns?

A 4-year-old is brought to the clinic for evaluation of dry,scaly,itchy patches on the face,antecubital areas,and behind the ears and knees.The skin is dry overall,and there is evidence of scratching.This is likely a case of

Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes

Deep pressure ulcers usually

What is the most common,benign form of skin cancer?

A topical therapy that would tend to dry the skin because it is an astringent is

Itchy linear burrows on the hands and wrists are associated with

Scleroderma is characterized by

Which skin disorder is thought to be caused by an autoimmune reaction and is characterized by bullous eruptions?

At puberty when sebaceous gland secretion increases,follicle obstruction and infection may occur,resulting in

Impetigo is a skin infection caused by

It is true that vitiligo

Onycholysis is characterized by

Introduction to Pathophysiology

Homeostasis, Allostasis, and Adaptive Responses to Stressors

Cell Structure and Function

Cell Injury, Aging, and Death

Genome Structure, Regulation, and Tissue Differentiation

Genetic and Developmental Disorders

Neoplasia

Infectious Processes

Inflammation and Immunity

Alterations in Immune Function

Malignant Disorders of White Blood Cells

HIV Disease and Aids

Alterations in Oxygen Transport

Alterations in Homeostasis and Blood Coagulation

Alterations in Blood Flow

Alterations in Blood Pressure

Cardiac Function

Alterations in Cardiac Function

Heart Failure and Dysrhythmias: Common Sequelae of Cardiac Diseases

Shock

Respiratory Function and Alterations in Gas Exchange

Obstructive Pulmonary Disorders

Restrictive Pulmonary Disorders

Fluid and Electrolyte Homeostasis and Imbalances

Acid-Base Homeostasis and Imbalances

Renal Function

Intrarenal Disorders

Acute Kidney Injury and Chronic Kidney Disease

Disorders of the Lower Urinary Tract

Male Genital and Reproductive Function

Alterations in Male Genital and Reproductive Function

Female Genital and Reproductive Function

Alterations in Female Genital and Reproductive Function

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Gastrointestinal Function

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Alterations in Function of the Gallbladder and Exocrine Pancreas

Liver Diseases

Endocrine Physiology and Mechanisms of Hypothalamic-Pituitary Regulation

Disorders of Endocrine Function

Diabetes Mellitus

Alterations in Metabolism and Nutrition

Structure and Function of the Nervous System

Acute Disorders of Brain Function

Chronic Disorders of Neurologic Function

Alterations in Special Sensory Function

Pain

Neurobiology of Psychotic Illnesses

Neurobiology of Nonpsychotic Illnesses

Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System

Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Trauma, Infection, and Disease

Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Rheumatic Disorders

Burn Injuries

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