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Chapter 8: Skin Disorders & Diseases Flashcards

1
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Many scientists and dermatologists believe that extrinsic factors such as exposure to the sun and smoking are responsible for up to _______ percent of skin aging.

A

85

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2
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It is recommended that you wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least ____ on a daily basis.

A

15

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3
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A________ is an abnormal, rounded, solid lump above, within, or under the skin that is larger than a papule.

A

Tubercle

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4
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Which of these terms refers to thin, dry, or oily plates of epidermal flakes?

A

Scales

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5
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Benign, keratin filled cysts that appear just under the epidermis and have no visible opening are_______.

A

Milia

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6
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An open comedo is also known as a________.

A

Blackhead

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7
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Which of these is an inflammatory, uncomfortable, and often chronic disease of the skin, characterized by moderate to severe inflammation, scaling, and sometimes severe itching?

A

Eczema

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8
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A _________ is an abnormal brown- wine colored skin discoloration with a circular or irregular shape.

A

Stain

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9
Q

The absence of melanin pigment in the body and skin sensitivity to light are signs of__________.

A

Albinism

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10
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What is the most dangerous form of skin cancer, often characterized by black or dark brown patches on the skin that may appear uneven in texture, jagged, or raised?

A

Malignant melanoma

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11
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A cosmetologist must not serve a client who is suffering from an inflamed skin disorder, regardless or whether it is infectious, unless the client_________.

A

Has a physician’s note permitting the client to receive services.

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12
Q

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

A

Seborrheic Dermatitis

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13
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The term _____ refers to abnormal colorations that accompany skin disorders are are symptoms of many systemic disorders.

A

Dyschromias

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14
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A(n) _____ is a type of keratoma.

A

Callus

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15
Q

Acne is a skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the _____ glands.

A

Sebaceous

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16
Q

A predisposition to acne is based on heredity and ________.

A

Hormones

17
Q

Noncomedogenic products are specifically designed and proven not to clog the ______.

A

Follicles

18
Q

People have _______ over the intrinsic factors that affect skin aging.

A

Little control

19
Q

The best defense against pollutants is to_______.

A

Follow a good daily skin care routine

20
Q

Irritant contact dermatitis occurs when irritating substances temporarily damage the______.

A

Epidermis

21
Q

A pustule is a raised, inflamed papule with a white or yellow center containing________ in the top of the lesion.

A

Pus

22
Q

A__________ is a large, protruding pocket-like lesion filled with sebum.

A

Sebaceous cyst

23
Q

A flat spot or discoloration on the skin, also known as a “liver” spot is a _________.

A

Macule

24
Q

Foul-smelling perspiration, usually noticeable in the armpits or on the feet, that is generally caused by bacteria is ________.

A

Bromhidrosis

25
Q

A ______ is a slightly raised mark on the skin formed after an injury or lesion of the skin has healed.

A

Scar

26
Q

A contagious bacterial skin infection characterized by weeping lesions is______.

A

Impetigo

27
Q

A _______ is an itchy, swollen lesion that lasts only a few hours.

A

Wheal

28
Q

A(n) ________ is a crack in the skin that penetrates the dermis.

A

Fissure

29
Q

A small blister or sac containing a watery clear fluid, lying within or just beneath the epidermis is a _____.

A

Vesicle

30
Q

A large blister containing a watery fluid that is similar to a vesicle is _____.

A

A bulla

31
Q

In the ABCDE Cancer Checklist established by the American Cancer Society, what does the C stand for?

A

Color

32
Q

When bacteria cannot survive in the presence of oxygen, it is known as ________.

A

Anaerobic

33
Q

UVA rays, also known as _______ are deep penetrating rays that can even go through a glass window.

A

Aging rays

34
Q

An allergic reaction caused by repeated exposure to a chemical or a substance is known as _____.

A

Sensitization

35
Q

An acute inflammatory disorder of the sweat glands, characterized by the eruption of small, red vesicles and accompanied by burning, itching skin is_____ .

A

Miliaria Rubra

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