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</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    How is chickenpox typically spread?

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

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

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

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

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

    What is a symptom of measles?

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

    What happens to the infected host cells in measles?

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

    Which antibiotic is commonly used to treat MRSA infections?

    <p>Vancomycin</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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