Exam 5 - Dermatitis and Dry Skin

Question 1

contact dermatitis

Answer 1

a condition characterized by the following on dermal areas exposed to irritant or antigenic agents:

inflammation
redness
burning
itching
stinging
vesicle pustule formation

Question 2

classification of irritant contact dermatitis

Answer 2

an inflammatory reaction of the skin caused by exposure to an irritant

Question 3

what can cause irritant contact dermatitis?

Answer 3

• fiberglass & wood dust
• oils
• urine & feces
• detergents/soap/hand sanitizer
• strong acids/bases

Question 4

what affects response severity in irritant contact dermatitis?

Answer 4

quantity and concentration of substance exposure