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Ch. 8 Skin Disorders and Diseases Flashcards

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What is a closed, abnormally developed sac, containing fluid, semifluid, or morbid matter above or below the skin?

A

Cyst

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What is a small, discolored spot or patch on the surface of the skin, such as a freckle?

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Macule

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An inflamed pimple containing pus is known as a:

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pustule

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An abnormal cell mass varying in size, shape, and color is a:

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tumor

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A skin sore or abrasion produced by scratching or scraping is known as a:

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excoriation

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A crack in the skin that penetrates the dermis is a:

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fissure

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What is a thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue?

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Keloid

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An accumulation of epidermal flakes, dry or greasy, is known as a:

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scale

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9
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What is the technical term for whiteheads?

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Closed comedones

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10
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Sebaceous cysts are often seen on the:

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scalp

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_________________is a skin condition caused by an inflammation of the sebaceous glands, and is often characterized by redness, dry or oily scaling, crusting, and/or itchiness.

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Seborrheic dermatitis

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What does a chronic inflammatory congestion of the cheeks and nose that is characterized by redness, dilation of the blood vessels, and the formation of papules and pustules?

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rosacea

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13
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What is the technical term for excessive perspiration?

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Hyperhidrosis

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An inflammatory, painful itching disease of the skin, acute or chronic in nature, presenting many forms of lesions is known as:

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eczema

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The recurring virus infection, commonly called fever blisters, is known as:

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herpes simplex I

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What is a skin disease characterized by red patches covered with white-silver scales that are usually found on the scalp, elbows, knees, chest, and lower back?

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Psoriasis

17
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Congenital absence of melanin pigment of the body is known as:

A

albinism

18
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What is a condition characterized by increased pigmentation on the skin, in spots that are not elevated and often occurring on the face?

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Chloasma

19
Q

What is the technical term for freckles?

A

Lentigines

20
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What is a skin disorder characterized by light abnormal patches, caused by a burn or congenital disease that destroys the pigment-producing cells?

A

Leukoderma

21
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What is the technical term for a birthmark?

A

Nevus

22
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An acquired, superficial patch of thickened skin is called a:

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keratoma

23
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A small brownish spot or blemish on the skin ranging in color from pale tan to brown or bluish black is a:

A

mole

24
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What is the technical term for a wart?

A

Verruca

25
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What is a skin cancer that starts with a black or dark brown patch on the skin that appears uneven in texture, jagged, or raised?

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Malignant melanoma

26
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The American Cancer Society recommends using the ABCDE Cander Checklist to help make skin cancer easier to recognize, with the A representing asymmetry, the B representing border, the C representing ___________, the D representing diameter, and the E representing evolving.

A

color

27
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__________agents are those that have been demonstrated to not clog follicles.

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Noncomedogenic

28
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As we age, elastin fibers naturally___________, causing wrinkling.

A

Weaken

29
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Approximately____________percent of again is caused by the rays of the sun.

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80-85

30
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The weaking of collagen and elastic fibers occurs at a faster rate when the skin is frequently exposed to_________without proper protection.

A

UVA rays

31
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Shorter rays that stop penetration at the base of the epidermis are known as______rays.

A

UVB

32
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Children under the age of_______should not be exposed to the sun.

A

6 months

33
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_________is a typically non-chronic condition that may occur when substances like corrosive or exfoliating agents temporarily damage the epidermis.

A

Irritant contact dermatitis

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