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1.1 Flashcards

1
Q

What is a skin lesion?

A

A skin lesion is an abnormal change in the structure of the skin, which can be a result of injury, disease, or infection.

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True or False: All skin lesions are cancerous.

A

False

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3
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What are the two main types of skin lesions?

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Primary lesions and secondary lesions.

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Fill in the blank: A __________ is a small, raised, fluid-filled lesion on the skin.

A

vesicle

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5
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What is the medical term for a flat, discolored spot on the skin?

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macule

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6
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What type of skin lesion is characterized by a hard, raised area?

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nodule

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a primary skin lesion? A) Papule B) Plaque C) Ulcer D) Macule

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C) Ulcer

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What is the term for a skin lesion that results from the healing of a wound?

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scar

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9
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True or False: A pustule contains pus.

A

True

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10
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What is the difference between a wheal and a vesicle?

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A wheal is a raised, itchy area of skin, while a vesicle is a small, fluid-filled sac.

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Fill in the blank: __________ lesions are lesions that develop from primary lesions due to external factors such as scratching.

A

Secondary

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12
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What type of skin lesion is characterized by scaling and flaking?

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plaque

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13
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following skin lesions is typically associated with an infection? A) Macule B) Pustule C) Nodule D) Papule

A

B) Pustule

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14
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What is the most common type of skin cancer associated with lesions?

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Basal cell carcinoma

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15
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True or False: Erythema is a type of skin lesion.

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True

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16
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What is the term for a lesion that appears as a small, red bump?

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papule

17
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Fill in the blank: A __________ is a large, raised area that often has a rough surface.

A

plaque

18
Q

What skin condition is characterized by the presence of multiple small, dark lesions?

A

melanosis

19
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a sign of a potentially malignant skin lesion? A) Asymmetry B) Uniform color C) Regular borders D) Small size

A

A) Asymmetry

20
Q

What is the term for lesions caused by fungal infections?

A

mycoses

21
Q

True or False: Skin lesions can only be diagnosed through biopsy.

A

False

22
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What type of primary skin lesion is often seen in allergic reactions?

A

wheal

23
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Fill in the blank: __________ is a skin condition that causes red, itchy patches and can lead to lesions.

A

Eczema

24
Q

What skin lesion appears as a small, round, and elevated area filled with fluid?

A

cyst

25
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes a skin ulcer? A) A solid mass B) A fluid-filled sac C) A sore that does not heal D) A raised bump

A

C) A sore that does not heal

26
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What is the term for skin lesions that are caused by autoimmune diseases?

A

autoimmune dermatoses

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