CH 30 SKIN for SVN's @ VC

Which of these is recommended for treatment of atopic dermatitis?

• apply Retin-A

• shampoo regularly

• use Alpha Keri Bath Oil

• apply Silvadene Cream

A priority in changing the dressing of a burn patient is:

• asking the parents to leave the room

• pre-medicate for pain with dressing changes

• limiting the number of dressing changes

• doing the procedure in the child's room

When inspecting children for pediculosis capitis, special attention should be paid to which area of the body?

• Pubic area

• Hairline at the back of the neck

• bottoms of the feet

• between the fingers & toes

How often should you observe urine output?

• q 30 minutes

• hourly

• q 4 hours

• once a shift

Tinea infections are not contagious to others. True or False

• True

• False

What type of infection is Scabies?

• Fungal

• Viral

• Bacterial

• Parasitic

What is the most common skin problem of adolescents?

• Acne

• Pediculosis pubis

• Eczema

• Herpes Simplex Type I

Which meal is most appropriate for a burn patient?

• Macaroni & cheese & green beans, fruit juice

• Enchiladas, salad, fresh fruit

• Bacon & Eggs, sausage, pancakes, peaches & Milk

• Hamburger, French fries, carrot sticks, strawberries

If a patient has a large amount of eschar from burn wounds over the trunk, an Escharotomy may be performed. Why?

• for proper wound healing

• to prevent restriction of chest movement that could inhibit respirations

• for proper documentation of the wound

• for relief from pain

Which of these will reflect sunlight?

• Sunscreen

• Sunblock