Skin Assessment Quiz

What does the mnemonic OPQRST stand for in skin assessment?

• Onset, Provocation, Quality, Region, Severity, Time

• Observation, Pain, Quantity, Reaction, Sensitivity, Temperature

• Onset, Pressure, Quality, Range, Scale, Time

• Orientation, Provocation, Quantity, Region, Severity, Temperature

What does the mnemonic ABCDE stand for in skin assessment?

• Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolution

• Appearance, Border, Color, Depth, Elevation

• Asymmetry, Balance, Color, Diameter, Elevation

• Appearance, Balance, Color, Depth, Evolution

How can cyanosis be checked in individuals with dark skin?

• By examining the palms of the hands

• By checking the mucous membranes

• By observing the soles of the feet

• By inspecting the hairline

What is diaphoresis?

• Excessive dryness of the skin

• Sweating

• Swelling under the skin

• Redness of the skin

Which condition is characterized by the loss of pigmentation in patches of skin, resulting in smooth, white areas?

• Leukonychia

• Vitiligo

• Onychomycosis

• Eczema

What is the term for bleeding under the skin or bruising?

• Ecchymosis

• Telangiectasia

• Petechiae

• Vesicle

What is angioedema?

• Swelling under the skin

• Fluid-filled blisters

• Itchy scaly patches

• Small red round spots under the skin

Which condition refers to yellowing, thickening, and separation of the nails from the nail bed, often caused by fungal infection?

• Leukonychia

• Onychomycosis

• Telangiectasia

• Macule

What is the difference between a papule and a pustule?

• Papule is red and firm, while pustule is pus-filled

• Papule is fluid-filled, while pustule is solid

• Papule is larger than 1 cm, while pustule is smaller than 1 cm

• Papule is itchy, while pustule is scaly

What are telangiectasias?

• Dilated blood vessels or spider veins

• Small red round spots under the skin

• Flat brown discolored areas

• Fluid-filled mini blisters