Integumentary/skin ppt

Question 1

Dermatitis triggers

Answer 1

Makeup
Detergent
Lotions
Soaps
Nickel allergy
Urine (diaper rash)

Question 2

Subjective s/s

Answer 2

Pruritus***
Pain
Burning,prickling,stinging,crawling 
Absent,diminished or excessive sensitivity
History of allergic conditions

Question 3

Objective s/s

Answer 3

Erythema
Ecchymosis
Petechiae
Primary lesions
Secondary lesions
Distribution pattern 
Configuration and arrangement

Question 4

Important to treat pruritus

Answer 4

So secondary infection does not occur

Question 5

Treatment for dermatitis

Answer 5

Calamine lotion
Cool compresses with burrow solution (aluminum acetate)
Wet dressing or oatmeal soaks
Antihistamines (Benadryl)

Question 6

Mild contact dermatitis treatment

Answer 6

Topical steroids applied 2x/day for 2-3wks

Question 7

Severe contact dermatitis

Answer 7

Oral corticosteroids for 7-10 days

Question 8

Poison ivy

Answer 8

Irritation caused by urushiol oil from the plant

Question 9

Poison ivy reaction occurs

Answer 9

2 days after exposure

Question 10

Treatment for discomfort

Answer 10

Calamine lotion
Burrows solution compresses
Aveeno bath

Question 11

Treatment for inflammation

Answer 11

Mild-moderate: topical corticosteroids

Severe: oral corticosteroids and Benadryl

Question 12

Oil can be transferred from

Answer 12

Pets

Question 13

If you come in contact with poison ivy be sure to

Answer 13

Flush are with cold water (wash right away)
Harsh soap contraindicated
No hard scrubbing
Wash all clothing in hot water

Question 14

Educate child

Answer 14

What poison ivy looks like

Question 15

Diaper dermatitis

Answer 15

Caused by prolonged/repetitive contact with an irritant (urine/feces)
Skin breakdown

Question 16

Peak age for diaper dermatitis

Answer 16

9-12 months

Question 17

Compromised skin is caused by

Answer 17

Skin wetness 
Increased skin/diaper pH
Fecal enzymes 
Chemical irritation 
Mechanical irritation 
Infection

Question 18

Compromised skin can cause increased

Answer 18

Permeability
Friction
Abrasion
Microbial growth
Irritation

Question 19

Treatment/prevention of diaper dermatitis

Answer 19

Change diaper often

Use barrier creams (A&D)

Question 20

Treatment of Candida albicans (infections)

Answer 20

Antifungal cream- nyastatin, and barrier creams for protection

Question 21

Teach parent about powder

Answer 21

If they want to use powder make sure they put it on hand & apply. We don’t want child to breathe this in

Question 22

Atopic dermatitis (eczema) treatment

Answer 22

Hydrate- brief baths with MILD* unscented soap (dove) w/ immediate application of lubricants/lotions ;NO bubble baths or long showers
Relieve pruritus-aveeno bath, oral antihistamines
Reduce inflammation
Prevent/control secondary Infections

Question 23

Prevention of secondary infection

Answer 23

Cover child’s hands at night with gloves to prevent scratching

Question 24

Parent can

Answer 24

Humidify child’s room to keep skin moist

Question 25

Contact dermatitis

Answer 25

Inflammatory reaction of the skin r/t exposure of chemicals substances