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What is the primary nutrient important for skin healing purposes?
Protein
Which skin condition is characterized by red, itchy areas?
Eczema (atopic dermatitis)
What are some common lifestyle choices for skin health promotion?
Regular sunscreen use
What is the purpose of documenting subjective information in health assessments?
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What is the correct order for physical exam techniques?
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What are primary lesions in skin assessments?
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What is the purpose of integrating skin assessment into other body system assessments?
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What are macular stains, hemangioma, and port-wine stains examples of?
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What is psoriasis characterized by?
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What is the self-assessment that is important during a well visit?
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What should be considered when describing secondary lesions?
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What is the purpose of wearing gloves during the integumentary exam?
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What is the correct order of physical exam techniques?
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What is the purpose of using proper lighting during inspection in the integumentary exam?
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What are hemangioma and port-wine stains examples of?
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What is the purpose of asking common questions during a review of systems?
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Which skin condition is often mistaken for bruises and should be assessed in the context of the child's history to avoid accusations of abuse?
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Which skin condition is characterized by benign, raised growths on the skin and is a common aging change affecting moles?
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Which skin condition is caused by a fungal infection resulting in circular, scaly patches on the skin and is commonly known as 'ringworm'?
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Which skin condition results in red, inflamed bumps or pustules and is an example of a bacterial skin infection?
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Which virus causes cold sores or fever blisters, usually appearing on or around the lips?
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Which type of skin cancer is characterized by the abnormal growth of skin cells and is often associated with exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation?
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Which tool is used to assess the risk of developing pressure injuries in individuals with limited mobility or other factors increasing susceptibility?
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What type of birthmark is characterized by the abnormal growth of blood vessels, resulting in a red or raised mark on the skin?
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What type of burns affect all layers of the skin and often require medical intervention for healing and management?
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What genetic disorder causes tumors to form on nerve tissue and is sometimes associated with hemangiomas?
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Which skin condition is a common benign skin growth that often appears in older individuals as part of the natural aging process?
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Unexplained ecchymosis (bruising) on unexposed areas of a child's body may be a clue to potential what, and should be further investigated?
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What is the primary purpose of client positioning for a physical exam?
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Which skin condition is characterized by the absence or lack of melanin, resulting in pale skin, hair, and eyes?
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What is clubbing, as mentioned in the text?
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What is the primary characteristic of varicella, commonly known as chickenpox?
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What is the primary characteristic of a superficial burn?
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What is the primary characteristic of acne vulgaris?
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What is the primary characteristic of a port-wine stain?
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What is the primary characteristic of urticaria, commonly known as hives?
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What is the primary characteristic of a superficial burn?
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What is the primary characteristic of acne vulgaris?
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What is the primary characteristic of a port-wine stain?
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What is the primary characteristic of urticaria, commonly known as hives?
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Study Notes
Pediatric Dermatology and Skin Conditions - Key Points
- Mongolian spots resemble bruises and should be assessed in the context of the child's history to avoid accusations of abuse
- Seborrheic keratosis is a common aging change affecting moles (hair nevi), characterized by benign, raised growths on the skin
- Folliculitis is an example of a bacterial skin infection, resulting in red, inflamed bumps or pustules
- Herpes Simplex 1 causes cold sores or fever blisters, usually appearing on or around the lips
- Tinea, commonly known as "ringworm," is a parasitic skin condition caused by a fungal infection resulting in circular, scaly patches on the skin
- Full-thickness burns affect all layers of the skin and often require medical intervention for healing and management
- The Braden scale is a tool used to assess the risk of developing pressure injuries in individuals with limited mobility or other factors increasing susceptibility
- Unexplained ecchymosis (bruising) on unexposed areas of a child's body may be a clue to potential child abuse and should be further investigated
- Skin cancer is characterized by the abnormal growth of skin cells, including different types such as basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma
- Hemangioma is a type of vascular birthmark characterized by the abnormal growth of blood vessels, resulting in a red or raised mark on the skin
- Hemangiomas are sometimes associated with neurofibromatosis, a genetic disorder causing tumors to form on nerve tissue
- Seborrheic keratosis is a common benign skin growth that often appears in older individuals as part of the natural aging process
Skin Assessment and Conditions in Physical Examination
- Pertinent positives are acute conditions, while pertinent negatives are chronic conditions in physical examination.
- Client positioning for a physical exam should prioritize client comfort, optimize visualization of body parts, and facilitate access to private areas.
- When inspecting the skin, it is important to assess its color, turgor (elasticity), and inquire about the client's use of sun protection.
- Clubbing refers to the abnormal curving of nails and is often associated with certain medical conditions.
- Contact dermatitis is an inflammatory skin condition caused by contact with a particular material.
- Varicella, commonly known as chickenpox, is a viral infection characterized by vesicular lesions that eventually crust over.
- A superficial burn affects only the superficial layers of the skin and is the least severe type of burn.
- Acne vulgaris is a chronic skin condition characterized by acne-like lesions, including whiteheads, blackheads, and inflamed pimples.
- Striations refer to parallel grooves or ridges on the nails, which can be an indicator of certain health conditions.
- A port-wine stain is a vascular birthmark that presents as pink or red patches on the skin, caused by abnormal blood vessels.
- Albinism is a genetic condition characterized by the absence or lack of melanin, resulting in pale skin, hair, and eyes.
- Urticaria, commonly known as hives, is an inflammatory skin condition characterized by itchy raised bumps or welts.
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