Skin Assessment - Lesions

Question 1

What are the 2 flat skin lesions and how do they differ in size?

Answer 1

• Macule = <1 cm
• Patch = >1 cm

Question 2

What are the 2 raised skin lesions and how do they differ in size?

Answer 2

• Papule = <1 cm and not fluid filled
• Plaque = >1 cm and not fluid filled

Question 3

Differentiate vesicle from bulla?

Answer 3

• Vesicle: lesion is raised, <1cm and filled with fluid
• Bulla: lesions is raised, >1cm and fluid filled *shown in pic*

Question 4

Describe this skin finding

Answer 4

Multiple fine scaly papules

Question 5

Describe this skin finding

Answer 5

Hyperpigmented macules of solar lentigines

Question 6

Describe this skin finding.

Answer 6

Fine scaly red plaque in psoriasis

Question 7

Descibe this skin finding

Answer 7

Petechiae