PUPPS and burns Flashcards
1
Q
PUPPS
A
Pruritic, uticartia papules and plaques of pregnancy
2
Q
pupps
A
common in 3rd trimester primagravida.
Use corticosteroids and antihistamines
Start low-Oral steroids for short time and then taper for disontinuation 2-3 weeks
3
Q
PUPPS
A
If you use a high potency steroid in 1st trimester get physician consultatoin
Use emollients, Calamine, aveeno. or baking soda bath
Oral prednisone is compatible with breastfeeding
4
Q
Burns
A
Treat 1st and 2nd with silver sulfadiazine (it cools) Antibacterial ointment can be used
Polymix B
Neosporin Low dose topical steroid.
5
Q
Burns
A
Cover with non-adherent dressing. Refer large 2nd degree and 3rd degree burns