Week 2-Poison Ivy Dermatitis

Question 1

Oil base found in stems, roots, leaves, and skin of fruit

Answer 1

Urashiol

Question 2

When do leaves become more rich in oils

Answer 2

In fall when leaves turn red

Question 3

immune response from poison ivy can last

Answer 3

3-6 weeks

Question 4

Role of prostaglandins

Answer 4

-Increase permeability
-increase fluid collection

Question 5

-Further promote delayed response
-Onset after initial response

Answer 5

Leukotrienes

Question 6

Monocytes are

Answer 6

Immature macrophages

Question 7

Clinical manifestations

Answer 7

-Localized vesicular rash to areas of exposure
-24-48 hours post exposure
-3-6 weeks duration
-potential for aerosolization, resp. involvement (from burning branches)
-Excoriation, scabbing