Chapter 12- Skin

Question 1

Gangrene

Answer 1

Tissue death that’s usually associate with loss of circulation

Question 2

Psoriasis

Answer 2

Flare ups in red papules covered with silvery scale occur on elbows,knees,scalp,back,, or butt

Question 3

Cyst

Answer 3

Abnormal sac containing fluid/semisolid material

Question 4

Wheal

Answer 4

Small bump that itches and often appears as symptom of allergic reaction

Question 5

Furuncle

Answer 5

Skin infection caused by staphylococcal infection around hair follicles/sebaceous glands

Question 6

Macule

Answer 6

Flat skin lesion such as freckle/mole less than 1 centimeter in diameter

Question 7

Strawberry Hemangioma

Answer 7

Raised birthmark made up of newly formed blood vessels

Question 8

Cryosurgery

Answer 8

Destruction/elimination of abnormal tissue cells such as warts/tumors, through application

Question 9

Vitiligo

Answer 9

Skin condition result destruction of melanocytes due to unknown causes

Question 10

Hyperhidrosis

Answer 10

Excessive sweat in one area or whole body

Question 11

Pediculosis Capitis

Answer 11

Infestation of head lice

Question 12

Lupus Erythematous

Butterfly rash

Answer 12

Autoimmune disorder characterized by red scaly rash on face and upper trunk