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Skin dysfunction Flashcards

1
Q

What causes Contact Dermatitis

A

A irritant or allergen

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2
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What are some interventions for Contact dermatitis

A

Identify allergen and reduce exposure
Rinse affected area

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3
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What are some meds to give for Contact Dermatitis (4) Topical-2
Oral-2

A

Topical corticosteroids (Hydrocortisone)
Topical Lotions (Calamie)
Oral Antihistamine (Benadryl)
Oral Steroids

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4
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What is special are ecezma’s rash

A

It’s symmetrical

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5
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What are risk factors for eczema (3)

A

Family history of eczema, asthma, food allergies

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6
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What is the other name for eczema

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Atopic Dermatitis

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7
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What is Lichenification

A

Thicken of the skin

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8
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what are some interventions for Eczema (4)

A

Hydrate skin
Relive Prutitus
Reduce inflammation
Prevent secondary infections

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9
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What are some characteristics of Seborrheic Dermatitis

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Harmless, Thick, yellow, scaly, oily patches, on the head

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10
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What is the treatment for Seborrheic Dermatitis (3)

A

Shampoo daily
Allow shampoo to sit to soften crust
Use a fine tooth comb to remove crust

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11
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What causes Impetigo

A

Bacteria commonly staph, strep

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12
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Describe impetigo’s rash (Location)

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Rash is commonly around face and mouth

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13
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When Impetigo is left untreated, what secondary infection can occur

A

Glomerulonephritis

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14
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What are some patient teaching for Impetigo (5)

A

Gently cleanse crusted areas
Don’t rupture the blisters
Strict contact precautions- no school/daycare
Wash clothes separately in hot water
Hand hygiene

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15
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What is special about cellulitis’ rash

A

Lymphangitis ( streaking)

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16
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What are some common causes for cellulitis

A

Staph
Strep
H. Influenza

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17
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Is Cellulitis contagious?

A

No

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18
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What type of isolation is varicella

A

Contact and airborne

19
Q

When is varicella not contagious

A

When rash crusts over

20
Q

What medical interventions can be done for varicella (2)

A

Diphenhydramine cream ( Benadryl) to help itching
Acyclovir for virus

21
Q

Where are the four spots ringworms can infect and what is it called?

A

Head- tinea capitis
Body- Tinea corporis
Groin- Tinea cruris
Feet- Tinea pedis

22
Q

What antifugial is given for ringworms

A

Griseofulvin

23
Q

What instruction needs to be given with griseofulvin

A

Give with high fat foods

24
Q

What are special instructions for Selenium sulfide shampoo

A

Use 3 times a week and apply for 5-10 minutes

25
Q

Describe the ring worm rash

A

Circular rash with clear center

26
Q

What are some patient teach for athlete’s foot (2)

A

Wear cotton socks
Wear well ventilated shoes

27
Q

What are the special instructions for the antifugial cream for ringworm (2)

A

Apply full body and leave on for 8 hrs ( best at night)

28
Q

What is Lyme disease caused by

A

A tick infected with borrelia burgforferi

29
Q

What is special about a tick bite rash

A

A red center looking with a bullseye appearance

30
Q

What is the other name for scabies

A

Sarcoptes scabiei

31
Q

How is scabies transmitted?

A

Prolonged contact

32
Q

What is special about the scabies rash

A

Burrowing tracks

33
Q

What is a med used to treat scabies

A

Permethrin (elimite)

34
Q

What is some patient teaching for scabies (3)

A

Treat whole family
Treat personal items
Wash clothes in hot water

35
Q

What is the other name for lice

A

Pedicures is captius

36
Q

What is the meds for lice

A

Permethrin - elimite

37
Q

What non pharmalogic means can be used for lice

A

Use fine tooth metal comb to get lice out of hair

38
Q

What are causes of acne (4)

A

Hormones
Cosmetics
Exspoue to oils
Link to dairy

39
Q

When using topical creams for acne, what needs to be taught? (2)

A

Avoid sun exposure and use sun screen

40
Q

What are some characteristics of 1st degree burns (4) (superficial)

A

Painful
No edema
Redness
Blanches with pressure

41
Q

What are some characteristics of 2nd degree burns (3) (partial thickness )

A

Blistered
Moist
Painful

42
Q

What are some characteristics of 3rd and 4th degree burns(3) ( full thickness)

A

Dry
Discolored
No pain

43
Q

What do you not use for fungal infections

A

Nothing wet- fungus likes wet enviroments

44
Q

What are some nursing interventions for burns (5)

A

Assess, maintain airway, oxygen
Pain management
Nutrition support
Wound care
Emotion/psychosocial support

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