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WorksheetsChapter 8 Skin Disorders & Diseases
Total questions: 60
Worksheet time: 5hrs 0mins
A _____ is any mark on the skin that may indicate an injury or damage that changes the structure of tissues or organs.
papule
macule
lesion
mole
Which of the following is a primary lesion frequently seen in cases of severe acne?
cyst
wheal
fissure
bulla
A solid bump larger than 1 centimeter that can be easily felt is called a:
papule
tubercle
pustule
nodule
A _____ is a closed, abnormally developed sac that contains pus, semifluid, or morbid matter, above or below the skin, which cannot be drained of fluid
papule
pustule
tubercle
wheal
Contact with poison ivy or poison oak commonly causes vesicles in many people.
true
false
A _____ is characterized by a pile of material on the skin surface or a depression in the skin surface.
secondary skin lesion
bulla
tumor
primary skin lesion
The scab on a sore is an example of a(n):
excoriation
crust
ulcer
fissure
A thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue is a:
fissure
crust
keloid
wheal
An open lesion on the skin or mucous membrane, accompanied by pus and loss of skin depth, is a(n):
papule
ulcer
scar
scale
When the sebum of a comedo is exposed, it oxidizes, producing:
blackheads
milia
scales
white heads
Benign, keratin-filled cysts that appear under the epidermis and have no visible opening are milia.
true
false
The chronic condition _____ is characterized by redness on the cheeks and nose.
anhidrosis
milia
acne
rosacea
Telangiectasis is defined as:
raised lesions
distended or dilated surface blood vessels
small, solid bumps
parallel white streaks on the dermis
Foul-smelling perspiration caused by bacteria is:
bromhidrosis
hyperhidrosis
miliaria rubra
anhidrosis
Which of the following is a common, extremely contagious bacterial infection of the eye?
impetigo
conjunctivitis
eczema
dermatitis
Which condition often presents as a fever blister or cold sore?
herpes simplex II
impetigo
herpes simplex I
seborrheic dermatitis
Which skin disease is caused by the skin cells turning over faster than normal?
hyperhidrosis
psoriasis
herpes simplex I
albinism
A person with albinism will have:
silky white hair
hyperpigmentation in spots that are not elevated
a birthmark
an abnormal brown-colored or wine-colored skin discoloration with a circular or irregular shape
A nevus is an abnormal brown or wine-colored skin discoloration with a circular or irregular shape.
true
false
A callus is a _____ caused by continued, repeated pressure or friction on any part of the skin.
verruca
skin tag
scar
keratoma
The most common and least severe type of skin cancer is:
cellular melanoma
basal cell carcinoma
squamous cell carcinoma
malignant melanoma
Black or dark brown patches on the skin that may appear uneven in texture are a sign of which type of skin cancer?
basal cell carcinoma
malignant melanoma
cellular melanoma
squamous cell carcinoma
A predisposition to acne is based on:
diet and hormones
age and diet
heredity and hormones
heredity and environment
Propionibacterium acnes are anaerobic, which means they cannot survive in the presence of:
sebum
carbon dioxide
fatty acids
oxygen
Which of the following is NOT an example of an intrinsic skin-aging factor?
sun exposure
facial expressions
gravity
genetics
Which rays of the sun are known as aging rays?
UVB rays
SPF rays
UVC rays
UVA rays
At what time of day is UV exposure typically highest?
9 AM - 12 PM
10:00 AM- 3:00 PM
3 PM- 6 PM
6 PM-6 AM
When irritating substances temporarily damage the epidermis, the result is:
allergic contact dermatitis
contact eczema
sensitization
irritant contact dermatitis
Which term refers to an inflammation of the skin caused by touching certain chemicals or substances?
excoriation
scales
hyperhidrosis
contact dermatitis
A(n) _____ is a lesion that is a different color than the color of the skin.
fissure
secondary lesion
primary lesion
ulcer
A freckle is an example of a:
papule
cyst
macule
wheal
A _____ is a raised bump that is often red due to inflammation and sore due to the pressure of swelling.
papule
cyst
macule
bulla
An abnormal mass varying in size, shape, and color is a wheal.
true
false
Wheals are NOT commonly caused by:
urticaria
nettle stings
insect bites
acne
Which of the following is an example of a secondary skin lesion?
macule
bulla
keloid
wheal
A crack that penetrates the dermis layer of the skin is a:
fissure
keloid
macule
bulla
Cicatrix is another name for a(n):
excoriation
scar
ulcer
scale
Where do comedones appear most frequently?
T-zone
cheeks
shoulders
neck
A closed comedo is also known as a:
blackhead
whitehead
fissure
sebaceous cyst
Acne is a skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the:
sebaceous glands
epidermis
sudoriferous glands
dermis
Seborrheic dermatitis is often characterized by:
small, solid bumps
large nodules
red, flaky skin
tumors
A deficiency in perspiration is called:
bromhidrosis
miliaria rubra
anhidrosis
hyperhidrosis
Miliaria rubra is an inflammation of the sweat glands that is also known as:
prickly heat
chicken pox
dermatitis
rosacea
Which term is broadly used to describe any inflammatory condition of the skin?
contagious
impetigo
pustules
dermatitis
Which of these conditions is a contagious bacterial skin infection characterized by weeping lesions?
herpes simplex I
psoriasis
dyschromia
impetigo
Darker than normal pigmentation that appears as dark splotches is called:
dyschromia
hyperpigmentation
impetigo
psoriasis
Another name for a nevus is a:
mask of pregnancy
freckle
birthmark
wart
Which of the following is a hereditary condition that causes hypopigmented spots on the skin?
chloasma
lentigines
vitiligo
hypertrophy
A verruca is also known as a:
skin tag
wart
mole
birthmark
Squamous cell carcinoma is characterized by:
scaly red papules or nodules
light or pearly nodules
jagged, raised nodules
white, uneven papules
What does the D on the American Cancer Society Cancer Checklist stand for?
direction
diameter
depth
drainage
Retention hyperkeratosis is the hereditary tendency for acne-prone skin to:
retain dead cells in the follicle
become hypopigmented
produce minimal amounts of sebum
repel fatty acids
A(n) _____ product is one that has been designed and proven not to clog the follicles.
comedogenic
organic
anaerobic
noncomedogenic
Which UV rays cause the majority of skin cancers?
UVD
UVC
UVB
UVA
To prevent premature skin aging, you should make daily use of a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least:
30
25
15
45
Common places for allergic contact dermatitis on a client include all of the following EXCEPT:
soles of the feet
scalp
neckline
hairline
Which of these is NOT an example of an extrinsic skin-aging factor?
stress
ethnicity
overuse of alcoholic beverages
smoking
When should you apply sunscreen?
at least 1 hour before sun exposure
at least 30 minutes before sun exposure
at least 10 minutes before sun exposure
immediately before sun exposure
The best way to prevent both types of occupational contact dermatitis is to:
avoid working with potentially irritating chemicals
start a prophylactic antibiotic regimen
wash your hands before and after every service
wear gloves when working with irritating chemicals
Which extrinsic skin-aging factor has the greatest impact on how skin ages?
sun exposure
stress
poor diet
smoking
