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Contact Dermatitis Exam 3 Flashcards

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Characterized by inflammation, redness, burning, itching, and pustule formation on skin

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Contact Dermatitis

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2 Types of Contact Dermatitis

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Irritant Contact Dermatitis (ICD)

Allergic Contact Dermatitis (ACD)

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Inflammatory reaction due to exposure to irritant substances

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Irritant Contact Dermatitis (ICD)

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Immunologic reaction caused by exposure to an antigen

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Allergic Contact Dermatitis (ACD)

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Mechanisms of ICD`

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Disruption of skin barrier
Changes in cells of epidermis
Release of pro-inflammatory cytokines

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Most commonly affected areas are __________ (often due to exposure)

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Hands and face

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______ % of cases have hand involvement

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80%

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Existing skin conditions ____________ can result in worse cases of ICD

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Atopic Dermatitis

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Can effect individuals of any age

Infants and elderly more at risk due to ________

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thinner epidermal layers

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________ can play a role in type of exposure

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occupation

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Substances associated with ICD

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Strong acids (hydrochloric, sulfuric)
Strong bases (sodium, potassium)
Detergents, soaps
Fiberglass
Oils
Urine/feces
Wood dust
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Clinical Presentation of ICD

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Inflammation and swelling
Itching and burning
Rash 
Hyper/hypo-pigmentation
Scaling of skin, dryness
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Goals of Therapy ICD

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Remove the offending agent
Relieve inflammation and irritation
Educate patient on prevention and treatment

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Non-Pharmacologic Therapy for ICD

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Flush area with tepid water and mild soap

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Non-Pharmacologic Prevention for ICD

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Wear protective clothing

Use of emollients and barrier creams

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Pharmacologic Treatment Options

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Emollients
Colloidal Oatmeal Baths
Topical Corticosteroids

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Immunologic reaction caused by allergen-specific T lymphocytes

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Allergic Contact Dermatitis (ACD)

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T cells migrate to site of contact and release inflammatory mediators

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Allergic Contact Dermatitis (ACD)

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ACD requires ________

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sensitization

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Induction Phase of ACD

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Immune system sensitized by first exposure to antigen

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Elicitation Phase of ACD

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Cell-mediated, type IV delayed hypersensitivity reaction

Rash and symptoms typically appear within 24-48 hours, can take days

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Epidemiology of ACD is frequency based on exposure such as

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Occupation
Hobbies/Habits
Regional allergens

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Epidemiology of ACD affects all ages, races and sexes and usually start to see around ______ years old

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2-3 years old

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Clinical Presentation of ACD

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Localized to site of skin contact with allergen

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Symptoms may not appear for hours to days

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delayed hypersensitivity with ACD

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Symptoms of ACD

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Severe itching
Rash (skin red, swollen, and hot)
Excessively dry skin
Fluid-filled blisters
Oozing blister that leave crust or scales
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27
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Substances Associated with ACD

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Poison Ivy, Oak, Sumac
Metal (Nickel)
Lanolin
Latex
Neomycin
Rubber
Fragrances 
Adhesives
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Among most common causes of ACD

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Poison Ivy, Oak, Sumac

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Dermatitis reaction is caused by exposure to

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urushiol

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urushiol can only be released through damage to the

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plant

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For Poison Ivy, Oak, & Sumac All members of the Toxicodendron genus. Exist mostly as

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shrubs and vines

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Important to wash hands after potential exposure to poison ivy, oak & sumac to prevent transfer to other body sites such as

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eyes
lips
genitalia

33
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Urushiol Induced Dermatitis has a highly variable presentation based

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on patient sensitivity and extent of exposure

34
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Urushiol can form

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papules, plaques, or fluid-filled vesicles

35
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______ cannot cause further transfer of dermatitis

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Vesicular fluid

36
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Complications of ACD include

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secondary infections

37
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For ACD scratching can further damage the dermal layer, creating ________-

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open lesions

38
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Lesions can then become infected with microbes from the skin like

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Staphylococcus aureus
Group A Streptococcus
Escherichia coli

39
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Goals of Therapy for ACD

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Remove offending agent
Treat inflammation
Relieve itching that may lead to open lesions
Relieve accumulation of debris from oozing and crusting

40
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Exclusions for Self-Treatment for ACD

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< 2 years old
> 20% Body Surface Area (BSA)
Dermatitis present > 2 weeks
Presence of numerous bullae
Discomfort in genitalia from itching, redness, swelling, or irritation
involvement of or itching mucous membranes
failure of self treatment after 7 days
low tolerance for pain, itching, or discomfort

41
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What formula is used for BSA

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Mosteller Formula

42
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Non-Pharmacologic Treatment for ACD

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Cold or tepid shower to help reduce itching

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Non-Pharmacologic Prevention for ACD

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Avoid offending agent

Protective clothing

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Pharmacologic Treatment for ACD

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Topical Corticosteroid (Hydrocortisone 1% cream)
Astringent compress 
Calamine products 
Colloidal oatmeal products 
Oral antihistamines
45
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Avoid using what for Pharmacologic Treatment for ACD

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topical antihistamines
topical anesthetics
topical antibiotics

46
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Prevention of Poison Ivy, Oak, Sumac

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Learn to identify Toxicodendron plants.
Eradicate them from your residence.
Use protective clothing and wash separately immediately after exposure
Use barrier products

47
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FDA approved protection against poison ivy/oak/sumac

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Active Ingredient: Bentoquatum

IvyBlock Lotion

48
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Ivy Black Lotion application

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Apply before 15 minutes before exposure and reapply every 4 hours.

49
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Contact Dermatitis in Pediatrics

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similar to adults – pay attention to package

50
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Contact Dermatitis in Pregnancy

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Short term use of topical agents generally considered safe

51
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Contact Dermatitis in Geriatrics

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Avoid first generation antihistamines

52
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Follow up for ICD & ACD in

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After 5 to 7 days of treatment

53
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Complete resolution for ICD & ACD may take up to

54
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When do contact provider for ICD & ACD?

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Rash increase in size
Symptoms worse 
Doesn't begin to improve within 7 days
Spreads to or involves other genitals
Covers extensive areas of the face or causes swelling of the eyelids
55
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Itching begins when for ICD?

56
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Itching begins when for ACD?

57
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Stinging/Burning begins when for ICD?

58
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Stinging/Burning begins when for ACD?

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late or not at all

59
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Does Vesicles, Bullae, Papules present in ICD?

60
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Does Vesicles, Bullae, Papules present in ACD?

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What is the time to rash after exposure for ICD?

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minutes to hours

62
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What is the time to rash after exposure for ACD?

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hours to days

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Appearance of symptoms in relation to exposure for ICD

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initial or repetitive exposure

64
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Appearance of symptoms in relation to exposure for ACD

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Causative Substances for ICD

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Water, urine, flour, detergent, hand sanitizer, soap, alkalis, acids, solvents, salts, oxidizer, surfactants

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Causative Substances for ACD

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Toxicodendron plants, fragrances, nickel, latex, benzocaine, neomycin, leather

67
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Substance concentration at exposure important for ICD?

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Yes, Important

68
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Substance concentration at exposure important for ACD?

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Less important

69
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Mechanism of reaction of ICD

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Direct tissue damage

70
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Mechanism of reaction of ACD

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Immunologic reaction

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Common Location of ICD

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Hand, wrists, forearms, diaper area

72
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Common Location of ACD

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Anywhere that comes in contact with antigen

73
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Presentation of ICD

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No clear margins

74
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Presentation of ACD

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Clear margins based on offending agents

75
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Who can be affected with ICD?

76
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Who can be affected with ACD?

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patients with allergy

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