Ch 18: Diagnostic Tests Flashcards
Integumentary System Diseases and Disorders
1
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Culture and sensitivity
A
A test to identify a pathogen and the type of treatment needed
2
Q
Skin scrapings
A
Pieces of skin are scraped from the affected area and examined under the microscope
3
Q
Incision and drainage (I&D)
A
Making an incision into an area and draining it
4
Q
Curettage
A
Scraping
5
Q
Biopsy
A
Taking a small amount of tissue and examining it under an microscope
