Lesson 3.3 Flashcards
Fourth Degree burns
full thickness burns that destroy both the skin and underlying tissues including muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones.
herpes simplex virus(HSV-1)
the form of herpes generates cold sores or fever blisters around the mouth.
herpes simplex virus 2(HSV-2)
the genital form of herpes
herpes varicella (chicken pox)
a highly contagious common childhood disease that is characterized by extremely itchy, fluid filled blisters.
herpes zoster(Shingles)
a disease involves a painful blistering rash accompanied by a headache, fever, and general feeling of unwellness.
human papilloma virus(HPV)
a group of approximately 150 viruses that cause warts.
impetigo
a bacterial infection common in elementary school children that is characterized by a pink blister like bumps usually on the face.
malignant melanoma
cancer of melanocytes the most serious form of skin cancer.
peritonitis
Inflammation in the peritoneum the membrane lining the inner wall of the abdomen and covering the abdominal organs.
plantar warts
warts that develop on the soles of the foot, grow inward, and can become painful.
pleurisy
inflammation of the pleura the membrane that encases the lungs
psoriasis
a common skin disorder that involves redness, irritation, and scales that itch, burn, crack, and sometimes bleed.
rule of nines
a method used when calculating body surface affected by burns.
second-degree burns
squamous cell carcinoma
a type of rapidly growing cancer that appears as scaly reddened patch of skin.
third degree burns
burns that destroy the entire thickness of the skin.
tinea
A fungal infection that tends to occur in areas of the body that are moist.
ABCD Rule
the American Cancer Societys rule for determining the presence of melanoma
basal cell carcinoma
the most common form of skin cancer and least malignant type.
cellulitis
a bacterial infection characterized by an inflamed area of skin that is red swollen and painful.
decubitus ulcers
ulcers caused by an area of localized pressure that restricts blood flow to one or more areas of the body.
first degree burns
burns that affect only the epidermal layer of skin.
