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Common Skin Disorders Flashcards

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Superficial inflammation of the skin that is more common to the older population

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Eczema (UK) / Dermatitis (USA)

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Cause of Eczema/Dermatitis

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Irritants, exposure, allergies, and idiopathic genetic factors

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3 stages of Dermatitis

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Acute
Subacute
Chronic

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S/Sx of acute dermatitis

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Extensive erosions
Serous exudate
Erythematous vesicles
Pustule

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S/Sx of subacute dermatitis

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Erythema
Excoriations
Scaling papules
Silvery sheen

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S/Sx of chronic dermatitis

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Thickening of the integumentary system

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A chronic inflammation that appears before asthma and is related to autoimmune problems

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Atopic Dermatitis

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Atopic conditions

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Asthma
Allergic Rhinitis
Atopic Dermatitis

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a structural protein found in the epidermis, particularly in the granular layer primarily forms that stratum corneum

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Filaggrin

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Clinical manifestations of Atopic dermatitis

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manifests in localized areas such as skin folds
dry skin
Xerosis
Crusting
Pruritus

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Most common environmental skin condition that is triggered during skin-to-skin encounter with a triger

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Contact Dermatitis

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Triggers of contact dermatitis

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Fake jewelries (nickel)
Chromate
Wool fats
Rubber additive
Topical antibiotics

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A skin disorder caused by venous insufficiency

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Stasis Dermatitis

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S/Sx of Stasis Dermatitis

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Pruritus
Heaviness in the leg
Hemosiderin staining
Wound located in the medial malleolus

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Rx for Stasis Dermatitis

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Compression
AROM
Unna boots (for amb)

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A skin disorder commonly correlated to acne however, it has an idiopathic cause

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Rosacea

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Risk factors of Rosacea

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Autoimmune
H. Pylori

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S/Sx of Rosacea

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Erythema
Telangiectasia
Blepharitis
Keratitis
Rhinophyma

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thickening of the nose, bulbous appearance

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Rhinophyma

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inflammation of the cornea

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Keratitis

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Visible broken blood vessels

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Telangiectasia

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Inflammation of the oil glands inside the eyelids

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Blepharitis

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23
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Another name for warts

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Verrucae

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Name for plantar wards

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Verruca plantaris

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Type 1 Herpes Simplex

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Cold sore, fever blister

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Type 2 Herpes Simplex

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Genital lesion

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A superficial skin infection commonly caused by streptococci or staphylococci

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Impetigo

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Another name for Impetigo

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Pyoderma

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29
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Mode of transmission of Impetigo

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Direct contact`

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30
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S/Sx of Impetigo

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Small macules
Oozing, inflammation of the glands
Malaise
Isolated bullae

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A rapidly spreading acute inflammation with infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue that spreads
widely through tissue spaces

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Cellulitis

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Cause of Cellulitis

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Streptococcus pyogenes and Staph in adults
Hemophilus Influenza B in children

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Types of Cellulitis

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Erysipelas
Facial
Parametritis

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34
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Surface cellulitis

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Erysipelas

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35
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Cellulitis in the cheeks or neck

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Facial

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36
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Cellulitis found around the pelvis or around the uterus

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Parametritis

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S/Sx of Cellulitis

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Erythematous, edematous, and tender
Feels hot to touch
Red streaks

38
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Rx for Cellulitis

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Intravenous antibiotics
Oral antibiotics
Good nutrition and hydration
Avoid contact with others

39
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A viral infection that causes an outbreak of a painful rash or blisters on the skin

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Herpes Zoster

40
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Another name for Herpes Zoster

41
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HSV-1 is common among what population

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Individuals with weakened immune systems or immunocompromised people

42
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Mode of transmission of HSV-2

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Sexual contact

43
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Stages of Herpes Zoster

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Pre-eruptive
Acute Exudative
Chronic

44
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Stage of Herpes Zoster where it presents with burning pain on affected area at least or before 48 hrs, skin rashes appear, headaches, sensitivity to light

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Pre-eruptive

45
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Stage of Herpes Zoster where it presents with several umbilicated and painful blisters emerge, form ulcers. It is the most infectious phase of HZ

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Acute Exudative Stage

46
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Stage of Herpes Zoster where it presents with intense discomfort persisting more than 4 wks, dysesthesias and paresthesia

47
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Common, benign viral infections of the skin and adjacent mucous membranes

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Warts/Verrucae

48
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Cause of Warts

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Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

49
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S/Sx of warts

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Thick white surface
Pointed projection
Elevated

50
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Rx for Warts

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Salicylic acid
Cryotherapy and use of acids
Electrodissection

51
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a common skin infection caused by fungi known as dermatophytes

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Ring worm/Tinea Corporis

52
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Ringworm on the head

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Tinea Capitis

53
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Ringworm found in hair follicle

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Tinea Barbae

54
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Athlete’s foot

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Tinea Pedis

55
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Jock Itch

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Tinea Cruris

56
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Ringworm found in the nails

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Tinea Unguium

57
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Cause of tinea pedis

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Yeast infection (candidiasis)

58
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S/Sx of Athlete’s foot

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Foul odor
Erythema
Skin peeling

59
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A highly contagious skin eruption caused by itch mite (Sarcoptes Scabiei)

60
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Clinical manifestations of Scabies

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Intense pruritus
Linear ridges
Vesicles
Pustules

61
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Rx for Scabies

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Scabicide
Permethrin
Ivermectin

62
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An infestation by Pediculus humanus, a very common parasite infecting the head, body, and genital area

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Pediculosis

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Cause of Pediculosis

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Infestation of Pediculus humanus

64
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Types of Pediculosis

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Pediculus Humanus
Pediculus Capitis
Pediculus Corporis

65
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Rx for Pediculosis

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Appropriate cleaning solution

66
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An autoimmune skin disorder caused by stress, anxiety, and emotional distress

67
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S/Sx of Psoriasis

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Erythematous papules and plaques
Silvery scale
Painful and itchy

68
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Rx for Psoriasis

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Phototherapy
Immunosuppresants

69
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Aka Scleroderma

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Systemic Sclerosis

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A type of Systemic Sclerosis that presents with skin involvement limited to the hands, face, forearms, and lower legs. It presents with CREST syndrome

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Limited Cutaneous Systemic Sclerosis

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The most common type of Systemic Sclerosis with a more widespread skin involvement, often affecting the trunk and proximal extremities.

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Diffuse Cutaneous Systemic Sclerosis

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Stages of Systemic Sclerosis

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Edematous
Sclerotic
Atrophic

73
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S/Sx of Edematous stage Scleroderma

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B non-pitting edema at distal extremities

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S/Sx of Sclerotic stage Scleroderma

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Tight, smooth, waxy or shiny
Loss of skin folds
Pigmentation changes
Nose-pinched appearance

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S/Sx of Atrophic stage Scleroderm

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Atrophy of skin/muscle
Contractures
Marked weakness
inability to ambulate

76
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Rx for edematous stage

77
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Rx for sclerotic stage

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Assistive devices

78
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Rx for atrophic stage

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prevent ulceration

79
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Inflammation of the connective tissue with unknown cause

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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

80
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S/Sx of SLE

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Discoid lesions

81
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How many items in the ACR classification of SLE should be present to diagnose SLE?

82
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ACR classification of SLE

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Malar rash
Discoid rash
Photosensitivity
Oral ulcer
Arthritis
Serositis
Immunologic d/o
Renal d/o
Neurologic d/o
Hematologic d/o

83
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Rx for SLE

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Sunscreen
Protective clothing
NSAIDs
Biologics
Immunosuppressants

84
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A flat red rash over the back of the fingers, elbows or knees. Typical lesions over bony prominences on the extensor surfaces of the hand.

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Gottron’s sign/papules

85
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S/Sx of Polymyositis

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Ms weakness
Wt. loss
Atrophies
Fatigue
Bed bound

86
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S/Sx of Dermatomyositis

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Inflammation of the area
Heliotrope rash (Lilac)
Erythema
Patchy
Scales

87
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Overexposure to cryotherapy, cold air or cold water

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Cold injuries

88
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Localized cold injuries

89
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Systemic cold injuries

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Hypothermia

90
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RF for Cold injuries

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Lack of insulating body fat
Age
Homelessness

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S/Sx of Cold injuries

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Numbness
Swelling
Pale
Skin becomes white until thawed
Tingling
Pain
Blisters

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