Derm Conditions Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common treatment for actinic keratosis? (1)
A
Cryosurgery
2
Q
Treatment for psoriasis vulgaris? (1)
A
Medium-potency topical corticosteroid
3
Q
Treatment for Scabies? (1)
A
Permethrin lotion
4
Q
Treatment for Verruca vulgaris (warts)? (1)
A
Imiquimod cream
5
Q
Treatment for tinea pedis (athletes foot)? (1)
A
Topical ketoconazole
6
Q
Treatment for Rosacea? (1)
A
Topical metronidazole (flagyl)
7
Q
Treatment for poison Ivy? (2)
A
- Systemic corticosteroid when over 20% of total body surface is effected. (Ex.-Prednisone PO for 5-7 days followed by 5-7 days of taper).
- For milder case, mid-or-high potency topical corticosteroids (triam cream, clobestasol)
8
Q
Treatment for cellulitis/impetigo? (4)
A
Penicillin, Cephalexin (Keflex)-most recommended, Clindamycin
Mupirocin for topical therapy (impetigo only)
9
Q
Treatment for Abscess (MRSA)
A
PO TMP/SMX (Bactrim) or doxycycline
