Week 6 Chapter 45 Flashcards
Epidermis in Children
Thinner blood vessels closer to the surface
Loses heat more readily through skin surface
Substances are more easily absorbed through the skin
Skin contains more water
Epidermis loosely bounds to the dermis
Friction more easily results in blistering or skin breakdown
Less pigmented means ?
Increased risk for UV damage
Reaches in adult thickness in
Late teen years
Darker skin more hypertrophic scarring and keloids
Causes of Integumentary Disorders
Exposure to infectious microorganisms
Hypersensitivity reactions
Hormonal Influences
Genetic predisposition
Injuries
Indicates infection or inflammatory process
CBC
Used to detect inflammation
ESDR
Reveals branching of fungus when viewed under the microscope
KOH Prep
Indicated for atopic dermatitis
IgE
Needle prick for testing for allergens
Patch Testing
Have emergency equipment available for anaphylaxis
Florescent yellow or green in presences for fungal infection
Wood Lamp
Common Lab and Diagnostic Tests
Blood Tests
Cultures
KOH Prep
Potassium Hydroxide
Patch testing
Wood Lamp
Skin Biopsy
Common Medical Treatments for Skin Issues
Wet Dressings
Occlusive Dressings
Emollient lotions and Therapeutic Bathing
Dressing moistened with lukewarm water
Wet Dressing
Used in the presence of itching, crusting, or oozing
Wet Dressing
Pat the child dry
Do not rub skin
Leave damp before applying medication, dressing, or moisturizing
True
Common Skin Medications
Antibiotics
Corticosteroids
Antifungals
Topical immune Modulators
Antihistamines
Isotretinoin
Coal Tar Preparation
Silver Sulfadiazine
Teach family finish the entire course
Antibiotics
Do not use in high potency on face or genitals
Corticosteroids
Bactericidal against gram positive and gram negative bacteria and yeasts
Silver Sulfadiazine
Cover with dressing and avoid if have sulfa allergy
Not for children under 2 months of age
Flat discolored area
Macule
Small raised bump
Papule
Ring around central clearing
Annular
Pustule filled bump
Vesicle
Dry flaky skin
plaques
Reddening of skin
Erythematous
Impetigo
Folliculitis
Cellulitis
MRSA
Staph scalded syndrome
Bacterial Infections
Tinea
Candida Albicans
Fungal
Viral Exanthems
Herpes Simplex
Viral