Incontinence-Associated Dermatitis Quiz
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What is the main cause of incontinence-associated dermatitis?

  • Pressure ulcers
  • Fungal infections
  • Exposure to urine or fecal matter (correct)
  • Lack of moisturization
  • How does incontinence-associated dermatitis present in dark-toned skin?

  • Hypopigmentation
  • Redness and blistering
  • No difference from light-toned skin
  • Loss of skin barrier (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT a recommended medical management strategy for incontinence-associated dermatitis?

  • Moisturization
  • Prolonged use of topical steroids (correct)
  • Application of skin protectant
  • Gentle perineal cleansing
  • Which of the following is a risk factor for skin infections in patients with incontinence-associated dermatitis?

    <p>Impaired skin barrier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of medical management for incontinence-associated dermatitis?

    <p>Restoring the skin barrier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of chronic dermatitis?

    <p>Thickened skin and increased skin markings from rubbing and scratching</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a common cause of dermatitis?

    <p>Underlying malignancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of stasis dermatitis?

    <p>Venous insufficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a common clinical manifestation of stasis dermatitis?

    <p>Acneiform lesions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a common medical management strategy for stasis dermatitis?

    <p>Topical corticosteroids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common characteristic of rosacea?

    <p>A large vascular component with erythema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of atopic dermatitis (AD) according to the passage?

    <p>Release of proinflammatory cytokines by autoreactive T cells mediated by IgE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main symptom of atopic dermatitis that causes the greatest morbidity?

    <p>Pruritus (severe itching)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary treatment approach for atopic dermatitis?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of contact dermatitis?

    <p>Both a and b</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary treatment for acute contact dermatitis?

    <p>Topical anesthetics or steroids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three stages of eczema and dermatitis described in the passage?

    <p>Irritant, allergic sensitization, and genetically determined idiopathic</p> Signup and view all the answers

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