Skin Lesions Terminology
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What type of rash is characterized by small elevated lesions filled with clear fluid?

  • Papular rash
  • Macular rash
  • Maculopapular rash
  • Vesicular rash (correct)

What is the term for a change or abnormality in the skin that is usually in a defined area?

  • Lesion (correct)
  • Papule
  • Macule
  • Rash

Which of the following is a symptom of chickenpox?

  • Painful burning sensation
  • Itchy vesicular rash (correct)
  • Fever with a maculopapular rash
  • All of the above

What is the name of the rash that appears as a band of blisters on one side of the body in shingles?

<p>Dermatomal rash (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the virus that causes chickenpox and shingles?

<p>Varicella-zoster virus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is chickenpox typically spread?

<p>Through respiratory droplets and direct contact with pox lesions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is human herpes simplex virus (HSV-1) primarily transmitted?

<p>Through contaminated fomites and saliva (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic symptom of initial HSV-1 infection?

<p>Sore throat or flulike symptoms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to HSV-1 after the initial infection?

<p>It migrates to the trigeminal nerve and becomes latent (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of measles virus?

<p>It is highly contagious and spread by the respiratory route (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a symptom of measles?

<p>Koplik spots in the mouth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the infected host cells in measles?

<p>They are killed by the immune system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mode of transmission for highly contagious bacterial skin infections in childcare settings?

<p>Direct contact (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic symptom of scalded skin syndrome?

<p>Peeling off of the epidermis, resembling scalded skin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for the emergence of MRSA?

<p>Evolution of modified PBPs not affected by methicillin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which antibiotic is commonly used to treat MRSA infections?

<p>Vancomycin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common skin condition seen in veterinary practice?

<p>Superficial pyoderma (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary location of skin infections in dogs and cats?

<p>Warm, moist areas of skin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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