Skin Disorders and Diseases Flashcards
Cosmetologists refer clients with medical issues to who?
dermatologists
A nodule is a primary lesion that requires what type of referral
medical referral.
A closed comedo is also known as a
whitehead.
What resemble small sesame seeds and are commonly associated with newborn babies.
Milia
Acne is also known as
acne vulgaris.
What is the cause of rosacea
Unknown
What percent of aging is caused by the rays of the sun.
Approximately 80 to 85 percent
The trick in preventing occupational contact dermatitis is to do what when working with irritating chemicals.
is to use gloves or utensils
A freckle is an example of a mark on the skin called a:
lesion
These are examples of primary lesions
bulla
cyst
nodule
A large blister containing a watery fluid is a:
bulla
A large blister containing a watery fluid is a:
bulla
A flat spot or discoloration on the skin is a:
macule
A large sore bump that does not have a head of pus is a:
papule
An inflamed pimple containing pus is a:
pustule
An abnormal cell mass that varies in size, color, and shape is a:
tumor
Lesions of the skin characterized by piles of material on the skin surface are:
secondary skin lesions
Dead cells that form over a wound or blemish while it is healing comprise a:
crust
Cracks in the skin that penetrate the dermis layer, such as chapped hands or lips, are:
fissures
A thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue is known as a:
keloid
Any thin dry or oily plate of epidermal flakes is known as a:
scale
An open lesion of the skin or mucous membrane, accompanied by pus and characterized by loss of skin depth, is a(n):
ulcer
A hair follicle filled with keratin and sebum forms a:
comedo
Benign, keratin-filled cysts that appear just under the epidermis and have no visible opening are:
milia
A skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands caused from retained secretions is:
acne
A skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands caused from retained secretions is:
acne
Inflammation of the sebaceous glands characterized by red, flaky skin in the scalp and hairline is:
seborrheic dermatitis
Distended or dilated surface blood vessels are called:
telangiectasias
Excessive sweating, caused by heat or general body weakness is:
hyperhidrosis
A contagious, recurring viral infection characterized by fever blisters or cold sores is:
herpes simplex
A noncontagious skin disease characterized by red patches covered with silver-white scales found on the scalp is:
psoriasis
The absence of melanin pigmentation of the body is known as:
albinism
Hypertrophy of the papillae and epidermis is a:
wart
The most common and least severe type of skin cancer is:
basal cell carcinoma
Dark, brown patches on the skin that may appear uneven in texture, jagged, or raised may be a warning sign of:
malignant melanoma
The American Cancer Society recommends using a checklist to recognize potential skin cancer or changes in moles, using the letter B to check mole:
borders
The main food source for acne bacteria is:
fatty acids
Which of the following is NOT an intrinsic skin-aging factor?
sun exposure
The UV rays of the sun reach the skin in two different forms, which are:
UVA and UVB rays
The rays of the sun that cause sunburns and tanning and are also known as burning rays are
UVB rays
Allergic reaction created by repeated exposure to a chemical or substance
Sensitization
Skin disorder characterized by light abnormal patches
Leukoderma
Inflammation of the skin caused by having contact with certain chemicals or substances
Contact dermatitis
Small brown or flesh-colored outgrowth of the skin
Skin tag
Large protruding pocket-like lesion filled with sebum
Sebaceous cyst
Abnormal brown or wine-colored skin discoloration with a circular or irregular shape
Stain
Common bacterial infection of the eyes
Conjunctivitis
