26 Questions
What is the primary mechanism of action of topical antifungal medications?
Inhibiting the growth of fungi
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of topical antibacterial medications?
Systemic effect on the immune system
What is the primary use of topical antiviral medications?
To treat superficial viral infections
What is the primary mechanism of action of topical antiseptic medications?
Not well understood, but affects a variety of microorganisms
Which of the following is an adverse reaction of topical antiseptic medications?
All of the above
What is the primary difference between antiseptic and germicidal medications?
Antiseptics slow or prevent the growth of microorganisms, while germicides kill microorganisms
What is the primary use of topical antiseptic medications?
To reduce the number of microbes on the skin surface
Which of the following is NOT a type of topical anti-infective medication?
Topical antipsoriatic
What is the primary mechanism of action of antipsoriatics drugs?
Helps to remove the plaques
What is the primary use of topical local anesthetics?
To relieve itching and pain of minor burns, fungus infection and insect bites
What is a common adverse reaction of topical enzymes?
Mild and transient pain
What is the primary mechanism of action of topical local anesthetics?
Temporarily inhibit the conduction of nerve impulses from sensory nerve fibers
What is a common adverse reaction of antipsoriatics?
Burning sensation, itching and skin irritation
What is the primary use of topical enzymes?
To help in removal of dead soft tissues form the wound
What is a common adverse reaction of topical local anesthetics?
Local irritation
What is the primary mechanism of action of topical antipsoriatics?
Helps to remove the plaques
What is a common adverse reaction of topical enzymes?
Mild and transient pain
What is the primary use of antipsoriatics?
To treat psoriasis
What is the primary function of the epidermis in the human skin?
To form a barrier between the external and internal environment
Which of the following is NOT a type of topical anti-infective?
Local Anesthetic
What is the primary difference between antiseptics and germicides?
Antiseptics are used to prevent skin infections, while germicides are used to treat them
What is the primary function of topical antipsoriatics?
To treat skin diseases such as psoriasis
Which of the following is an example of a topical enzyme?
Papain
What is the primary function of local anesthetics?
To numb a specific area of the skin
What is the primary difference between topical antiseptics and topical germicides?
Topical antiseptics are used to prevent skin infections, while topical germicides are used to treat them
Which of the following is a type of topical anti-infective?
Antiseptic
This quiz covers topical anti-infectives used to treat localized skin infections, including topical antibiotics and antifungals, their mechanisms of action, and their uses.
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