Psoriasis Management: Topical Treatments Quiz
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What is the main benefit of emollients in psoriasis management?

  • Removing scales completely
  • Suppressing psoriasis
  • Softening the skin, reducing cracking and dryness (correct)
  • Preventing itching
  • Which topical vitamin D preparation is available as ointments, gels, scalp solutions, and lotions on prescription?

  • Calcitriol
  • Tacalcitol
  • Ergocalciferol
  • Calcipotriol (correct)
  • What is the main concern when overusing topical vitamin D preparations for psoriasis?

  • Development of resistance
  • Risk of skin discoloration
  • Increased risk of infection
  • Risk of causing hypercalcaemia (correct)
  • When should topical corticosteroids alone be generally restricted for use in psoriasis?

    <p>On the scalp or for small patches of localized psoriasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common additive combined with coal tar preparations for psoriasis management?

    <p>Salicylic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between dermatitis and eczema?

    <p>Dermatitis is caused by external factors, while eczema has an endogenous cause in atopic individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes allergic contact dermatitis from irritant contact dermatitis?

    <p>Allergic dermatitis results from hypersensitivity to a sensitizing agent, while irritant dermatitis is caused by direct exposure to a damaging substance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does atopy refer to?

    <p>A group of three conditions – eczema, asthma and hay fever – which commonly coexist in an affected individual and run in families</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can pharmacist assess work-related exposure for contact dermatitis?

    <p>By asking about the site of rash, details of job, onset of rash, and improvement of rash when away from work or on holiday</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is atopic eczema characterized by?

    <p>Itchy skin condition often greatly improved with age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are soft corns most commonly found?

    <p>Between the toes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the frequent cause of inappropriate footwear?

    <p>Friction caused by loosefitting shoes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do calluses appear as flattened, yellow-white, thickened skin?

    <p>On the sole of the foot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the resulting pain from corns often described as?

    <p>Severe and sharp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common site for calluses in women?

    <p>Lower border of the big toe</p> Signup and view all the answers

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