Ch. 8 Skin Disorders and Diseases

Question 1

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

Answer 1

Cyst

Question 2

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

Answer 2

Macule

Question 3

An inflamed pimple containing pus is known as a:

Answer 3

pustule

Question 4

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

Answer 4

tumor

Question 5

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

Answer 5

excoriation

Question 6

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

Answer 6

fissure

Question 7

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

Answer 7

Keloid

Question 8

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

Answer 8

scale

Question 9

What is the technical term for whiteheads?

Answer 9

Closed comedones

Question 10

Sebaceous cysts are often seen on the:

Answer 10

scalp

Question 11

_________________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.

Answer 11

Seborrheic dermatitis

Question 12

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?

Answer 12

rosacea

Question 13

What is the technical term for excessive perspiration?

Answer 13

Hyperhidrosis

Question 14

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

Answer 14

eczema

Question 15

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

Answer 15

herpes simplex I

Question 16

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?

Answer 16

Psoriasis

Question 17

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

Answer 17

albinism

Question 18

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

Answer 18

Chloasma

Question 19

What is the technical term for freckles?

Answer 19

Lentigines

Question 20

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

Answer 20

Leukoderma

Question 21

What is the technical term for a birthmark?

Answer 21

Nevus

Question 22

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

Answer 22

keratoma

Question 23

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

Answer 23

mole

Question 24

What is the technical term for a wart?

Answer 24

Verruca

Question 25

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?

Answer 25

Malignant melanoma

Question 26

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.

Answer 26

color

Question 27

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

Answer 27

Noncomedogenic

Question 28

As we age, elastin fibers naturally___________, causing wrinkling.

Answer 28

Weaken

Question 29

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

Answer 29

80-85

Question 30

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

Answer 30

UVA rays

Question 31

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

Answer 31

UVB

Question 32

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

Answer 32

6 months

Question 33

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

Answer 33

Irritant contact dermatitis