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Block Exam 1 Flashcards

1
Q

3 categories of products available for self-care use. Which of the following is NOT one of those categories of products

a. dietary supplements
b. prescription medications
c. complementary health therapies
d. nonprescription medications

A

b. prescription medications

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2
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The SCHOLAR mnemonic corresponds to thisstep of the PPCP: (fill in the blank)

A

Collect

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3
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The most frequent counseling activity they provided for patient’s seeking self-care with nonprescription medications was

a. information on when to seek medical care
b. product side effects and safety considerations
c. dosing information about a product
d. product selection based on patient symptoms

A

d. product selection based on patient symptoms

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4
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______ includes presentation of a selected appropriate nonprescription product to the patient and providing education

A

Implement

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5
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Specific information in outlined area is required on a Drug Facts Label.Which of the following is NOT a required section

a. uses
b. drug pregnancy category
c. inactive ingredients
d. directions

A

b. drug pregnancy category

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6
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Which of the following is an appropriate nonprescription recommendation for Allergic Contact Dermatitis?

a. topical steroid (hydrocortisone)
b. topical anesthetic
c. topical anti-fungal (clotrimazole)
d. topical antibiotic (neosporin)

A

a. topical steroid (hydrocortisone)

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7
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Which of the following would require a medical referral for Allergic Contact Dermatitis?

a. a 3 year old patient
b. weeping blisters
c. involvement inside the mouth and nose
d. involvement of ~10% of body area

A

c. involvement inside the mouth and nose

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8
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Which of the following is an appropriate non-pharmacologic measure to recommend for diaper dermatitis?

a. clean the diaper area every hour with a mild soap and water
b. use cloth diapers instead of disposable diapers
c. decrease number of diaper changes
d. increase amount of time the affected area is exposed to air

A

d. increase amount of time the affected area is exposed to air

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9
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Which patient would be a candidate for self-treatment of diaper dermatitis?

a. 5 month old who has reddened purple lesions present
b. 6 month old who presents with diaper dermatitis and has fever and diarrhea
c. 7 month old with areas of broken skin due to incessant scratching
d. 3 month old who has dermatitis which has spread past the diaper region

A

a. 5 month old who has reddened purple lesions present

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10
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Which of the following is an appropriate nonprescription medication to recommend for diaper dermatitis?

a. topical anesthetic (benzocaine)
b. skin protectant (zinc oxide)
c. topic antibiotic (neosporin)
d. topical antihistamine (benadryl: dyphenhydramine)

A

b. skin protectant (zinc oxide)

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11
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A typical treatment time for resolution of most fungal skin infections should be expected to take:

a. 3-5 days
b. 2-4 weeks
c. 2-4 months
d. 7-10 days

A

b. 2-4 weeks

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12
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A patient with the following fungal skin infection should be referred to a primary care provider for treatment:

a. tinea cruris (groin)
b. tinea corporis (body)
c. tinea unguium (nail)
d. tinea pedis (foot)

A

c. tinea unguium (nail)

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13
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Which is generally the most effective & efficient dosage form for treatment of fungal skin infections?

a. solution
b. powder
c. gel
d. spray

A

a. solution

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14
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What is the most common symptom a patient with a cutaneous fungal infection experiences?

a. erythema
b. odor
c. pruritus
d. hyperhidrosis

A

c. pruritus

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15
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An astringent may be used to treat tinea pedis prior to an anti-fungal product in the following situation:

a. weeping lesions are present
b. significant itching is present
c. nail involvement is present
d. scaling is present

A

a. weeping lesions are present

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16
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Which of the following is a common cause of scaly dermatoses?

a. streptococcus
b. malassezia
c. streptococcus
d. pseudomonas

A

b. malassezia

17
Q

Which of the following is NOT an important counseling point for a patient using a medicated shampoo to treat dandruff?

a. patient should rinse hair atleast twice after using medicated shampoo
b. if product has selenium sulfide, rinse thoroughly to avoid discoloration
c. initially only use medicated shampoo once weekly to avoid skin irritation
d. patient should massage shampoo into scalp and leave on for 3-5 mins

A

c. initially only use medicated shampoo once weekly to avoid skin irritation

18
Q

Which of the following is the best option to treat inflammation associated with seborheic dermatitis and psoriasis?

a. hydrocortisone
b. salicylic acid
c. zinc oxide
d. ketoconazole

A

a. hydrocortisone

19
Q

Which of the following would warrant a medical referral?

a. a 5 year old patient
b. a patient with a small, pin-point bleeding when removing scales
c. a patient with yellow, greasy lesions around the nasolabial folds
d. patient asking for another treatment after no improvement from 2 weeks ago

A

d. patient asking for another treatment after no improvement from 2 weeks ago

20
Q

Shampoos containing this ingredient should be avoided in patients with dermatitis

a. pyrithione zinc
b. ketoconazole
c. sodium lauryl sulfate
d. selenium sulfide

A

c. sodium lauryl sulfate

21
Q

Warts are caused by:

a. staphylococcus aureus
b. toads or frogs
c. herpes simplex virus (HSV)
d. human papillomavirus (HPV)

A

d. human papillomavirus (HPV)

22
Q

which of the following is an exclusion criteria for self treatment of warts

a. patient who previously self-treated a wart
b. patients who are < 12 years of age
c. patients who have poorly controlled chronic diabetes
d. patients presenting with plantar warts

A

c. patients who have poorly controlled chronic diabetes

23
Q

which of the following is an appropriate counseling point for cryotherapy?

a. self-treatment should not continue beyond a maximum of 8 treatments
b. you may use a file to lightly remove the surface of your plantar wart while using cryotherapy
c. save the applicator to use for subsequent treatments you may need, as many warts do not resolve after first treatment
d. do not apply cryotherapy directly to the wart itself. apply to the surrounding areas.

A

b. you may use a file to lightly remove the surface of your plantar wart while using cryotherapy

24
Q

hallmark characteristics of warts include:

a. rough cauliflower-like lesion
b. swollen and discolored demarcated lesions
c. yellowish thickening of the skin with diffuse borders
d. painful erythematous lesions that bleed easily

A

a. rough cauliflower-like lesion

25
Q

which of the following is not true regarding warts

a. patients should not share socks or shoes because warts can spread
b. covering the wart with duct-tape can be used as add-on treatment
c. patients with uncomfortable plantar warts can use padding; such as wool or moleskin
d. patients should keep their warts uncovered and exposed to air as much as possible

A

d. patients should keep their warts uncovered and exposed to air as much as possible

26
Q

acne vulgaris is commonly found in the all of the following body locations EXCEPT:

a. chest
b. back
c. legs
d. face

A

c. legs

27
Q

reducing consumption of this type of foods in the diet may help reduce acne breakouts or severity:

a. gluten containing foods
b. high glycemic index foods
c. foods high in vitamin c
d. food high in omega 3 fatty acid

A

b. high glycemic index foods

28
Q

Individuals who use of this nonprescription acne product may notice worsening of their acne in the first few weeks because the product does not help reduce visible lesions:

a. adapalene
b. sulfur
c. hydroxy acids
d. benzoyl peroxide

A

a. adapalene

29
Q

This nonprescription medication product should be avoided in children and teenagers who have flu-like symptoms due to risk of Reye’s Syndrome:

a. adapalene
b. salycyclic acid
c. resorcinol
d. glycolic acid

A

b. salicyclic acid

30
Q

self-treatment of acne would NOT be recommended for the following individual

a. 17 year old girl taking an antibiotic for a uti
b. 16 year old boy who plays soccer and wears a headband several hours daily for practice
c. 15 year old boy with many pustules and inflammation on his cheeks
d. 10 year old boy with mild acne on his face and back

A

c. 15 year old boy with many pustules and inflammation on his cheeks

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