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Skin Disorders and Diseases Flashcards

1
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Cosmetologists refer clients with medical issues to who?

A

dermatologists

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2
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A nodule is a primary lesion that requires what type of referral

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medical referral.

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3
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A closed comedo is also known as a

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whitehead.

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4
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What resemble small sesame seeds and are commonly associated with newborn babies.

A

Milia

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5
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Acne is also known as

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acne vulgaris.

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6
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What is the cause of rosacea

A

Unknown

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7
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What percent of aging is caused by the rays of the sun.

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Approximately 80 to 85 percent

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8
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The trick in preventing occupational contact dermatitis is to do what when working with irritating chemicals.

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is to use gloves or utensils

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9
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A freckle is an example of a mark on the skin called a:

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lesion

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10
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These are examples of primary lesions

A

bulla
cyst
nodule

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11
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A large blister containing a watery fluid is a:

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bulla

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12
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A large blister containing a watery fluid is a:

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bulla

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13
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A flat spot or discoloration on the skin is a:

A

macule

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14
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A large sore bump that does not have a head of pus is a:

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papule

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15
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An inflamed pimple containing pus is a:

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pustule

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16
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An abnormal cell mass that varies in size, color, and shape is a:

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tumor

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17
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Lesions of the skin characterized by piles of material on the skin surface are:

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secondary skin lesions

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18
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Dead cells that form over a wound or blemish while it is healing comprise a:

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crust

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19
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Cracks in the skin that penetrate the dermis layer, such as chapped hands or lips, are:

A

fissures

20
Q

A thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue is known as a:

A

keloid

21
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Any thin dry or oily plate of epidermal flakes is known as a:

A

scale

22
Q

An open lesion of the skin or mucous membrane, accompanied by pus and characterized by loss of skin depth, is a(n):

A

ulcer

23
Q

A hair follicle filled with keratin and sebum forms a:

A

comedo

24
Q

Benign, keratin-filled cysts that appear just under the epidermis and have no visible opening are:

A

milia

25
Q

A skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands caused from retained secretions is:

A

acne

26
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A skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands caused from retained secretions is:

A

acne

27
Q

Inflammation of the sebaceous glands characterized by red, flaky skin in the scalp and hairline is:

A

seborrheic dermatitis

28
Q

Distended or dilated surface blood vessels are called:

A

telangiectasias

29
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Excessive sweating, caused by heat or general body weakness is:

A

hyperhidrosis

30
Q

A contagious, recurring viral infection characterized by fever blisters or cold sores is:

A

herpes simplex

31
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A noncontagious skin disease characterized by red patches covered with silver-white scales found on the scalp is:

A

psoriasis

32
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The absence of melanin pigmentation of the body is known as:

A

albinism

33
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Hypertrophy of the papillae and epidermis is a:

A

wart

34
Q

The most common and least severe type of skin cancer is:

A

basal cell carcinoma

35
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Dark, brown patches on the skin that may appear uneven in texture, jagged, or raised may be a warning sign of:

A

malignant melanoma

36
Q

The American Cancer Society recommends using a checklist to recognize potential skin cancer or changes in moles, using the letter B to check mole:

A

borders

37
Q

The main food source for acne bacteria is:

A

fatty acids

38
Q

Which of the following is NOT an intrinsic skin-aging factor?

A

sun exposure

39
Q

The UV rays of the sun reach the skin in two different forms, which are:

A

UVA and UVB rays

40
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The rays of the sun that cause sunburns and tanning and are also known as burning rays are

A

UVB rays

41
Q

Allergic reaction created by repeated exposure to a chemical or substance

A

Sensitization

42
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Skin disorder characterized by light abnormal patches

A

Leukoderma

43
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Inflammation of the skin caused by having contact with certain chemicals or substances

A

Contact dermatitis

44
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Small brown or flesh-colored outgrowth of the skin

A

Skin tag

45
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Large protruding pocket-like lesion filled with sebum

A

Sebaceous cyst

46
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Abnormal brown or wine-colored skin discoloration with a circular or irregular shape

A

Stain

47
Q

Common bacterial infection of the eyes

A

Conjunctivitis

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