Dermatology

Question 1

3 epidermis cell types

Answer 1

Keratinocytes
Melanocytes - makes melanin
Langerhans cells - immune

Question 2

The dermis is composed of a matrix of…

Answer 2

Collagen and elastin

Question 3

Macule

Answer 3

small (<5mm) impalpable lesion

Question 4

Patch

Answer 4

Large (>5mm) impalpable lesion

Question 5

Papule

Answer 5

Small (<5mm) raised area

e.g. wart

Question 6

Plaque

Answer 6

Large (>5mm) raised area

e.g. psoriasis

Question 7

Nodule

Answer 7

swelling within the surface of the skin

Question 8

Vesicle

Answer 8

Small (<5mm) serous fluid filled lesion

Question 9

Bulla

Answer 9

Large (>5mm) serous fluid filled lesion

Question 10

Pustule

Answer 10

Small (<5mm) pus filled lesion

Question 11

Abscess

Answer 11

Large (>5mm) pus filled lesion

Question 12

Erosion

Answer 12

Loss epidermis

Question 13

Ulcer

Answer 13

Loss of epidermis and dermis due to skin necrosis

Question 14

Weal

Answer 14

Dermal oedema

Question 15

What swab type should be used if a bacterial infection is suspected?

Answer 15

Charcoal swab

Ask for M,C&S (microscopy, culture and sensitivities)

Question 16

In pharmacology, the effects on the body on the drug are known as…

Answer 16

Pharmacokinetics

Question 17

In pharmacology, the effects of the drug on the body are known as…

Answer 17

Pharmacodynamics