43 care with pt with integumentary disorders and burns Flashcards

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what are the four types of dermatitis

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contact
atopic
stasis
seborrheic

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is not contagious unless a secondary infection has occurred in the lesion

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Dermatitis

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is delayed allergic response involving cell-mediated immunity

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contact

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S/S of contact dermatitis

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Erythema, and swelling, pruritus, and appearance of vesicular lesions

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Local skin irritation is evident w/on a few hours or days after exposure to the antigen

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contact

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what can cause a contact dermatitis to become irritated

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cosmetic
soap
latex
and poison ivy

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(eczema) affects about 10% of the population and is more common in infancy and childhood but does affect some adults.

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Atopic Dermatitis aka eczema

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S/S of atopic dermatitis

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Release of histamine so like hives, irritation, bumps

lymphokines

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complex activation that involves mast cells, T cells, lymphocytes, Langerhans cells, monocytes, B cells that produce immunoglobulin E & other inflammatory release of histamine

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Atopic Dermatitis: (eczema)

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generally occurs on the legs as a result of venous stasis and edema and is seen in conjunction with varicosities, phlebitis, and vascular trauma.

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Stasis Dermatitis

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when dealing w/ STASIS DERMATITIS what occurs first

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Erythema and pruritus comes first

then scaling development of petechiae and hyperpigmentation

lesion may occur around the ankle and tibia

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is a common inflammation involving the scalp, eyebrows, eyelids, ear canals, nasolabial folds, axillae, chest and back.

they are most common on the scalp

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Seborrheic Dermatitis:

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The cause is unknown

lesion appear as white or yellowish plaque w/ mild pruritus

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Seborrheic Dermatitis:

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how are dermatitis dx

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by inspection and compiling a complete history

looking for possible exposure to causative substance

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Treatment for dermatitis are

and what can you use

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avoiding contact irritant or allergen

good lubrications
and moisture
Topical agents

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is a disorder of the skin characterized by papules and pustules over the face, back, and shoulder

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Acne

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the two major acne are

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rosacea and vulgaris

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usually begins between ages 30 and 50.

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acne rosacea

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Characterized by erythema (redness), papules, pustules, and telangiectases (dilation of capillaries causing small red purple clusters called spider veins

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acne rosacea

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acne rosacea s/s

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erythema (redness),

papules

pustules

telangiectases (dilation of capillaries causing small red purple clusters called spider veins

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(dilation of capillaries causing small red purple clusters called spider veins

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telangiectases

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where do rosacea occur

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on the face over the cheeks and bridge of the nose

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dilated hair follicles filled with skin debris, bacteria, and sebum

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contributory factors: hereditary disposition,

increased androgen levels,

premenstrual hormonal fluctuations,

use of heavy creams, certain drugs,

exposure to increase heat;

typically begins in early puberty,

continues through teen years, then begins to subside

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Vulgaris more common

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increase production of sebum triggers: formation of blackheads and whiteheads;
Vulgaris
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vulgaris contribution
contributory factors: hereditary disposition, increased androgen levels, premenstrual hormonal fluctuations, use of heavy creams, certain drugs, exposure to increase heat; typically begins in early puberty, continues through teen years, then begins to subside
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treatment for acne rosacea are
topical antibiotic | metro gel and retinoids
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treatment for acne vulgaris and rosacea the best agent
papular and pustular
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is used only for severe cystic acne that is resistant to all other treatment
Isotretinoiin
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is a non contagious, chronic, recurring skin disorder. Also, a result of abnormally rapid rate of proliferation of skin cells.
psoriasis
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s/s of psoriasis
typically appears as inflamed. Edematous skin lesion covered with adherent silvery-white scales. Most often appears on the elbows, knees, base of spine and sometimes the scalp. Pitting on the surface of the fingernails
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treat for psoriasis
steroid creams. sunlight Calcipotriene (Donvonex), vitamin D Tar preparations- shampoos, baths, topical applications. Antimetabolites.
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steroid creams. sunlight Calcipotriene (Donvonex), vitamin D Tar preparations- shampoos, baths, topical applications. Antimetabolites.
are treatment for psoriasis
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how should the skin be kept for a pt w psoriasis
moist and piable | humidifiers to increase moisture in the environment
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Is an allergic reaction with skin manifestations. It can be caused by an infection, malignancy or medication or be categorized as idiopathic.
sjs
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treatment for sjs
d/c drug, provide supportive care with fluids and nutrition, analgesia for lesions, sedatives if necessary
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carbamazepine (teg) phenytoin (dil) antimalarial s.p.(fan) ANTIBIOTIC sulfamethoxazole (bacterim)
are medication that can cause sjs
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what medication that can cause sjs
carbamazepine (teg) phenytoin (dil) antimalarial s.p.(fan) ANTIBIOTIC sulfamethoxazole (bacterim)
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- an infection of the dermis and subcutaneous tissue and is generally caused by staphylococcus
Cellulitis
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how would the area will look if you have cellulitis
erythematous swollen and painful
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how do you treat a pt w cellulitis
antibiotic, and burrows soak
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is an astringent and topical antiseptic also called
burrow solution and aluminum acetate solution
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boils or skin abscesses are inflammations of hair follicles. organism usually responsible is staphylococcus aureus
furuncles
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how would a furuncles look
deep, firm, red, painful, nodule 1 to 5cm diameter large amount of pus and necrotic tissue
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collection of boils that have multiple pus heads most commonly occur on the back of the neck, upper back and lateral thighs
carbuncles
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carbuncles
collection of boils that have multiple pus heads most commonly occur on the back of the neck, upper back and lateral thighs
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it begins as a firm mass and evolves into erythematous, painful, swollen mass. it may drain through many opening in the mass abscesses may develop w fever, chills, and malaise
carbuncles
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what are the characteristic of carbuncles
it begins as a firm mass and evolves into erythematous, painful, swollen mass. it may drain through many opening in the mass abscesses may develop w fever, chills, and malaise