ATI Unit 2 - Integumentary Disorders (Josh) Flashcards
When exposed to poisonous plants, what should be done immediately to prevent dermititis?
cleanse w/ isopropyl alcohol and water, then soap and water shower
Monitor for signs of mood change and suicidal ideation w/ which acne med?
isotretinoin 13-cis-retinoic acid (Amnesteem)
- contraindicated in pregnancy and women of childbearing age
Acne Meds
Tretinoin
Benzoyl Peroxide
Topical Antibacterals
Isotretinoin 13-cis-retinoic acid (Amnesteem)
Apply Tretinoin (Retin-A) when?
20-30 mins after washing face (at night)
- use SPF-15 or more for sunburn
Why would clotrimazole be used for dermititis?
to treat candida albicans if it is the causative agent
- otherwise, use antihistamines
What urine output should be maintained with burn victims?
1-2 mL/kg/hr if less than 30 kg
30 kg/hr if more than 30 kg
– is the bacteria associated w/ inflammation in acne.
Propionibacterium acnes
Lifespan of lice?
1 month (48 hrs w/out host)
- lays eggs at night
- eggs hatch in 7-10 days
What is Atopic Dermitits
type of eczema that is characterize by pruritus and associated w/ a history of allergies that are inherited
Thin, pencil-like marks on skin are signs of –
scabies
Scabies:
Treat entire family and everyone whose been in contact for — after the infection.
60 days
How do you get the lesions to disappear w/ Atopic Dermatitis?
stop scratching
Treatment for Ringworm
selenium sulfide shampoo
topical antifungal (clotrimazole)
oral griseofulvin
oral ketoconazole (serious cases)
treat pets
Sign of Ringworm
scaly, circumscribed lesion w/ alopecia on scalp
ie: tinea capitis
How much permethrin for scabies?
How much permethrin for lice?
5% for scabies (cream)
1/% for lice (shampoo)
