Skin Conditions Flashcards
1
Q
Cellulitis
A
Bacteria enters a wound or area of skin that is compromised.
2
Q
Symptoms of cellulitis
A
Redness Swelling Tenderness Pain Warmth Fever Blisters Skin dimpling
3
Q
Treatment/nursing interventions of cellulitis
A
Antibiotics Hygiene education Wound care Protective creams Monitor for infection Skin assessments
4
Q
Burns
A
- Superficial
- Superficial partial thickness
- Full thickness
5
Q
First degree burn
A
Minor burn that affects the epidermis layer of the skin
6
Q
Second degree burn
A
Burn that involves the epidermis and part of the dermis layer of skin
7
Q
Third degree burn
A
Full thickness burn that destroys the epidermis, dermis and nerve endings
