Module 4 Integumentary Flashcards

1
Q

Describe creams (4)

A

Semi-solid
Non greasy
Mostly water
Some oil

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2
Q

Describe Ointments (4)

A

Semi-solid
Oily base
Greasy
Water resistant

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3
Q

How do we remove ointments

A

Vaseline

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4
Q

Describe Lotions

A

Water base

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5
Q

How do we apply medicated lotions

A

Shake before, firmly pat, do not rub.

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6
Q

What does rubbing cause with a lotion

A

irritation, friction

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7
Q

What are lotions used for

A

Relieve rashes, cleanse skin

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8
Q

What are Powders used for

A

To absorb moisture and cool skin

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9
Q

How do we apply powders

A

Thin even layer

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10
Q

A reservoir patch is ________ controlled as apposed to a Matrix which is _________ controlled

A

Membrane

Patients skin

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11
Q

What is an advantage of a Transdermal patch

A

More consistent blood levels

increased compliance

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12
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What is a disadvantage of a transdermal patch

A

Slow initial onset

Local irritation

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13
Q

What can patches contain where we use caution

A

Aluminum

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14
Q

What is a Scopolamine patch used for

A

motion sickness behind the ear

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15
Q

Emollients are used to

A

Prevent water loss, caused skin to hold water

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16
Q

Keratolytics can also be called

A

Peeling agents

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17
Q

Causes sloughing or hardened epithelium by breaking down the keratin layer of the skin to remove excess keratin

A

Keratolytics

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18
Q

Can be used to remove corny layer of skin

A

Keratolytics

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19
Q

Where is one place that we cannot use Local Anesthetics

A

Genital area

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20
Q

Inhibits conduction of nerve impulse from sensory nerve

A

Local anesthetics

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21
Q

Used to relieve itching and discomfort

A

Local anesthetics

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22
Q

Salicylic acid, Masoprocol, Resorcinol are examples of

A

Keratolytics

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23
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Benzocaine, Dibucaine, and Lidocaine are examples of

A

Local anesthetics

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24
Q

Used for local infections: skin and mucous membranes

A

Antifungals, antimycotics

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25
Q

Ketonazole is an example of a

A

Antifungal, antimycotic

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26
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The only Local anesthetics that can be used Topically, IM, IV

A

Lidocaine

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27
Q

Used to treat Candida, Tinea

A

Antifungal, antimycotic

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28
Q

Nystatin is used for

A

Oral Candida, diaper rash

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29
Q

Gentian Violet is used for

A

Peds

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30
Q

Terbinafine is used for

A

Nail fungus

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31
Q

Drug is absorbed in the organism and its eggs. The nervous system is stimulated resulting in convulsion and death of parasite

A

Antiparasitics, Antipediculosis

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32
Q

How do we treat live

A

Medication in hair for 5-10 minutes, if still live after 7 days restart tx.

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33
Q

How do we treat live in eyebrows, eyelashes

A

Vaseline

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34
Q

What allergy do we check for before administering Antiparasitics, antipediculosis

A

Persampethal plant

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35
Q

Drugs used to tx. lice and Scabies

A

Antiparasitics, antipediculosis

36
Q

How do we treat Scabies

A

Apply lotion/ointment from neck to toes for 8-14 hours. keep them on isolation after for 24 hours. If scabies still exist after 14 days, repeat tx.

37
Q

Permethrin, Pyrethrins, Malathion, Crotamiton are examples of what drug

A

Antiparasitics, antipediculosis

38
Q

Prevents minor and superficial infection

A

Antimicrobials, Antibiotics

39
Q

Triple ointment

A

Neosporin

40
Q

Used prophylactically and tx of burn infections

A

Antimicrobials

41
Q

Silver Sulfadiazine and Mafenide Acetate are examples of

A

Antimicrobials

42
Q

What are 3 side effects of Silver Sulfadiazine

A

Discoloration of skin
decrease in RBC
hypoglycemia

43
Q

Antimicrobials should be applied using

A

Sterile technique 1/16”

44
Q

Psoriasis can be tx with what drug class

A

Corticosteroids

45
Q

Only use corticosteroids if patient is free of

A

infections

46
Q

Causes a slow rate of skin turnover

A

Corticosteroids

47
Q

If corticosteroid are to be d.c. after 5 days what does the drug need to be

A

Tapered

48
Q

Where should corticosteroids not be used

A

friction area

Breasts, Buttocks, Groin

49
Q

What syndrome can Corticosteroids cause

A

Cushings syndrome

50
Q

What are 3 side effects of Corticosteroid use

A

Buffalo humps
hypopigmentation
Spider veins

51
Q

Why do we use Hydrocortisone the most

A

It is most like our natural steroid

52
Q

Desoximetasone should be administered by

A

Giving food

53
Q

Herpes Simplex should be treated with what drug class

A

Antivirals

54
Q

What should we teach to patient taking antivirals

A

Spread precautions

55
Q

USed for Basal Cell Cancr

A

Antineoplastics

56
Q

What is a side effect of Antineoplastics

A

Alopecia

57
Q

How long should patient be on Antineoplastics

A

2-6 weeks

58
Q

Women of childbearing age taking antineoplastics should be taught

A

not to get pregnant for 3 months

59
Q

Acyclovir, Pencyclovir, and Docosanol are examples of

A

Antivirals

60
Q

Fluorouracil is an example of

A

A Antineoplastic

61
Q

Restores normal rate of epidermal cell proliferation

A

Antipsoriatic

62
Q

How should Sulfonamides be applied

A

1/16”

63
Q

Calcipotriene and Methoxsalen are examples of

A

Antipsoriatics

64
Q

How long does therapy usually last for patients on Antipsoriatics

A

1-2 mo

65
Q

Methoxsalen is used to treat

A

Vitiligo

66
Q

What should patient apply to unaffected areas near area where they applied Antipsoriatic

A

Sunscreen

67
Q

Antipsoriatics are contraindicated if patient

A

is pregnant

68
Q

Tazarotene is known for being applied

A

to the face

69
Q

Used to digest and remove dead tissue from wounds

A

Proteolytic Enzymes

70
Q

How do we cleanse wounds

A

Normal Saline

71
Q

Collagenase and Becaplermin are examples of

A

Proteolytic Enzymes

72
Q

Used to increase growth of epithelial cells, to loosen comedones

A

Retinoids

73
Q

USed to treat cystic acne

A

Retinoids

74
Q

Tretinoin and Isotretinoin are examples of

A

Retinoids

75
Q

Retinoid therapy usually lasts

A

2-6 weeks

76
Q

Retinoids are contraindicated if

A

Patient in pregnant

77
Q

Retinoids should be used

A

Once a day at 10pm

78
Q

What should we teach patient on Retinoid (3)

A

When exacubation is expected
Skin will get worse before it gets better
Skin will peel

79
Q

What are 3 side effects of Retinoids

A

Jaundice, Neurotoxicity, increased lipid levels

80
Q

Patients going into Retinoid therapy should register with

A

iPLEDGE

81
Q

Patients must be at least __ years old for Antiacne medication

A

14

82
Q

Kills bacteria on inanimate objects

A

Antiseptics

83
Q

Alcohols cause (3)

A

Vasodilation
increased pH Levels
difficult to stop bleeding

84
Q

Isopropol and ethanol are examples of

A

Antiseptics

85
Q

What are some side effects of Antiseptics (2)

A

Stained skin

disrupted thyroid function

86
Q

What allergy should we check for before using Antiseptics, disinfectants

A

Iodine and Shellfish