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This term describes excessive hair growth including growth of hair in areas not usually covered by thick hair.

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Hirsutism

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This condition causes white/gray patches on the scalp, often due to dryness or fungal infections.

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Dandruff

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This condition affects the cuticle and is characterized by redness and pain.

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paronchyia

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This photo, found on page 432 of your text, is helpful when considering the words used to describe skin lesions. This is your oh so subtle nod that these descriptors will be seen again.

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noted!

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When considering treating a patient for a suspected bacterial infection of a wound, what is the priority action before giving antibiotics?

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Swabbing the wound for a culture

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Where are patients most likely to get pressure injuries?

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Bony prominences

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Stage it!

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Stage it!

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4

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This type of healing occurs when wound edges are approximated (think surgical wound)

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primary

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When considering wound healing, what is the expected progression of drainage?

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Sanguineous to Serosanguineous to serous