Topic 5 situational Flashcards
A patient with body dysmorphia expresses concerns about their skin appearance. What psychological impact could this have?
A) Increased confidence
B) Improved social interactions
C) Low self-esteem and anxiety
D) No impact on mental health
Low self-esteem and anxiety
An individual is diagnosed with eczema. What is the primary symptom they would likely experience?
A) Bone pain
B) Red, itchy skin
C) Hair loss
D) Muscle weakness
Red, itchy skin
A teenager struggles with acne due to blocked hair follicles. What might a recommended treatment include?
A) Increased sun exposure
B) Topical medications like retinoids
C) Avoiding all oils
D) Complete isolation
Topical medications like retinoids
During a skin exam, a doctor notices irregularities in a patient’s mole. What guideline can help assess potential skin cancer?
A) ABCDE rule (Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolving)
B) Skin color comparison
C) Age of the patient
D) Family history alone
ABCDE rule (Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolving)
A child develops a sunburn after playing outside without sunscreen. What skin condition might this increase their risk for later in life?
A) Osteoporosis
B) Skin cancer
C) Muscle atrophy
D) Bone fractures
Skin cancer
An elderly person notices their skin is drier than before. What is a common age-related change in the integumentary system?
A) Increased oil production
B) Thicker epidermis
C) Fewer melanocytes
D) Increased hair growth
Fewer melanocytes
A patient is treated for skin cancer and discusses their mental health. What psychological effect might result from a cancer diagnosis?
A) Increased motivation
B) No change in mental health
C) Anxiety and depression
D) Heightened self-esteem
Anxiety and depression
A scientist studies how the skin regulates temperature. Which mechanism is essential for thermoregulation?
A) Hair growth
B) Sweating
C) Bone density
D) Nail growth
Sweating
An individual is curious about how skin pigmentation occurs. What pigment is primarily responsible for skin color?
A) Hemoglobin
B) Carotene
C) Melanin
D) Collagen
Melanin
A patient with a severe burn needs immediate treatment. What is the first step in their care?
A) Apply ointment
B) Cool the burn with water
C) Cover with gauze
D) Ignore the injury
Cool the burn with water
A young athlete is found to have acne and expresses frustration. What psychological effect might acne have on them?
A) Improved social status
B) Increased anxiety about appearance
C) Greater interest in sports
D) No impact on self-image
Increased anxiety about appearance
A patient undergoing a skin check has unique fingerprints. What causes the formation of these patterns?
A) Genetic and environmental factors
B) Age of the individual
C) Skin color
D) Diet
Genetic and environmental factors
A person with a burn is at risk for infection. What integumentary system function is compromised?
A) Sensory perception
B) Thermoregulation
C) Protection from pathogens
D) Vitamin D synthesis
Protection from pathogens
An individual undergoes a skin graft after severe burns. What is the purpose of this procedure?
A) To enhance skin color
B) To repair the protective barrier
C) To increase hair growth
D) To reduce sweating
To repair the protective barrier
A dermatologist explains the role of sebaceous glands. What do these glands produce?
A) Sweat
B) Oil (sebum)
C) Melanin
D) Keratin
Oil (sebum)
