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What is a common risk factor for Candidiasis?
What is a common risk factor for Candidiasis?
Which skin condition is characterized by a waxy, raised, stuck-on appearance mainly found on the trunk, face, scalp, and neck?
Which skin condition is characterized by a waxy, raised, stuck-on appearance mainly found on the trunk, face, scalp, and neck?
What skin problem is associated with heightened fragility of dermal capillaries leading to extravasation?
What skin problem is associated with heightened fragility of dermal capillaries leading to extravasation?
Which skin condition is characterized by rough scaly sandpaper patches and a pink to reddish-brown color with an erythematous base?
Which skin condition is characterized by rough scaly sandpaper patches and a pink to reddish-brown color with an erythematous base?
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What is a common precancerous skin condition related to UV light exposure and typically seen in older individuals?
What is a common precancerous skin condition related to UV light exposure and typically seen in older individuals?
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Which type of skin cancer is characterized by a pearly papule with prominent telangiectasia?
Which type of skin cancer is characterized by a pearly papule with prominent telangiectasia?
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What is the second most common skin cancer that presents as a firm, irregular, fleshy, pink-colored nodule that becomes reddened and scaly?
What is the second most common skin cancer that presents as a firm, irregular, fleshy, pink-colored nodule that becomes reddened and scaly?
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Which skin cancer accounts for less than 5% of cases but is responsible for most skin cancer deaths?
Which skin cancer accounts for less than 5% of cases but is responsible for most skin cancer deaths?
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Where are pressure ulcers most commonly developed on the body?
Where are pressure ulcers most commonly developed on the body?
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Which skin issue is associated with avoidable and unavoidable injuries, with the highest incidence reported in hospitalized or institutionalized older adults?
Which skin issue is associated with avoidable and unavoidable injuries, with the highest incidence reported in hospitalized or institutionalized older adults?
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Which of the following is a predisposing factor for the development of candidiasis?
Which of the following is a predisposing factor for the development of candidiasis?
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What is the most significant risk factor for the development of melanoma?
What is the most significant risk factor for the development of melanoma?
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Which of the following statements about basal cell carcinoma is true?
Which of the following statements about basal cell carcinoma is true?
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Which of the following is a risk factor for the development of pressure ulcers?
Which of the following is a risk factor for the development of pressure ulcers?
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Which of the following statements about squamous cell carcinoma is correct?
Which of the following statements about squamous cell carcinoma is correct?
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What is the primary treatment approach for pressure ulcers?
What is the primary treatment approach for pressure ulcers?
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Which of the following is a common risk factor for the development of candidiasis?
Which of the following is a common risk factor for the development of candidiasis?
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Which of the following skin cancers is characterized by the development of pearly or waxy nodules?
Which of the following skin cancers is characterized by the development of pearly or waxy nodules?
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Which type of skin cancer is most likely to metastasize and spread to other parts of the body?
Which type of skin cancer is most likely to metastasize and spread to other parts of the body?
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What is the primary risk factor for the development of squamous cell carcinoma?
What is the primary risk factor for the development of squamous cell carcinoma?
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What is the most common skin problem in older people?
What is the most common skin problem in older people?
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Which skin condition is characterized by mites and intense itching?
Which skin condition is characterized by mites and intense itching?
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Which skin problem is a consequence of xerosis and poses a threat to skin integrity?
Which skin problem is a consequence of xerosis and poses a threat to skin integrity?
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Which skin cancer is the most aggressive and prone to metastasis?
Which skin cancer is the most aggressive and prone to metastasis?
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Which skin cancer arises from the basal cells in the outermost layer of the skin?
Which skin cancer arises from the basal cells in the outermost layer of the skin?
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Which of the following is a common risk factor for Candidiasis?
Which of the following is a common risk factor for Candidiasis?
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Which skin condition is characterized by a waxy, raised, stuck-on appearance mainly found on the trunk, face, scalp, and neck?
Which skin condition is characterized by a waxy, raised, stuck-on appearance mainly found on the trunk, face, scalp, and neck?
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What is a common precancerous skin condition related to UV light exposure and typically seen in older individuals?
What is a common precancerous skin condition related to UV light exposure and typically seen in older individuals?
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Which skin condition is characterized by rough scaly sandpaper patches and a pink to reddish-brown color with an erythematous base?
Which skin condition is characterized by rough scaly sandpaper patches and a pink to reddish-brown color with an erythematous base?
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What skin problem is associated with heightened fragility of dermal capillaries leading to extravasation?
What skin problem is associated with heightened fragility of dermal capillaries leading to extravasation?
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Which type of skin cancer is the most common and often appears as a pearly or waxy bump?
Which type of skin cancer is the most common and often appears as a pearly or waxy bump?
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Which type of skin cancer is the most aggressive and can spread rapidly to other parts of the body?
Which type of skin cancer is the most aggressive and can spread rapidly to other parts of the body?
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Which skin condition is characterized by the development of pressure sores or ulcers, often seen in bedridden or immobile individuals?
Which skin condition is characterized by the development of pressure sores or ulcers, often seen in bedridden or immobile individuals?
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Which type of skin cancer is the second most common and can appear as a red, scaly patch or a raised, wart-like growth?
Which type of skin cancer is the second most common and can appear as a red, scaly patch or a raised, wart-like growth?
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What is a common risk factor for the development of pressure ulcers?
What is a common risk factor for the development of pressure ulcers?
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Which of the following is NOT a common risk factor for Candidiasis?
Which of the following is NOT a common risk factor for Candidiasis?
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What is a common misconception regarding Melanoma?
What is a common misconception regarding Melanoma?
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Which of the following statements is true about Basal Cell Carcinoma?
Which of the following statements is true about Basal Cell Carcinoma?
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What condition is NOT a known risk factor for developing Pressure Ulcers?
What condition is NOT a known risk factor for developing Pressure Ulcers?
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Which of the following is a common misconception about Squamous Cell Carcinoma?
Which of the following is a common misconception about Squamous Cell Carcinoma?
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Study Notes
- Patient in cardiac surgery unit with aortic valve replacement and CABG 15 days ago
- Complications include left CVA, delirium, and needing Ativan around the clock
- Nursing assessment shows orientation to person only, needs maximum assistance in ADLs, and incontinent
- Skin assessment reveals stage III pressure ulcer on sacrum, eschar on left heel, and "boggy" right heel
- Braden Scale score is 13 indicating high risk for pressure ulcers
- Medications include Lasix, digoxin, captopril, and Tylenol for pain
- Patient consumes approximately 50% of meals, worsened CHF requiring increased diuretic dose
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Learn about the characteristics and risk factors of common skin cancers including Basal Cell Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, and Melanoma. Understand the ABCDE rules for identifying melanoma and its high mortality rate.
