WorksheetsSM I: Skin Infections
Total questions: 52
Worksheet time: 26mins
Which of the following are symptoms of skin infections?
Swelling
Warmth to touch
Redness
All of the above
If an unfamiliar skin condition is encountered, what should you do?
Play it safe and refer to a physician.
Ignore it and continue with the treatment.
Try to diagnose and treat it yourself.
Ask the client to research it online.
Tinea corporis is also known as ringworm.
True
False
What does MRSA stand for?
Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus
Multi-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus
Methicillin-Resistant Streptococcus Aureus
Multi-Resistant Streptococcus Aureus
MRSA is also known as the "superbug" because it is a bacterium responsible for ________ infections.
difficult to treat
easily curable
viral
fungal
How can you prevent MRSA? Fill in the blank: _______ your hands frequently.
Wash
Shake
Ignore
Scratch
How can you prevent MRSA? Fill in the blank: Shower immediately after _______.
working out
eating lunch
reading a book
watching TV
How can you prevent MRSA? Fill in the blank: Clean and disinfect all equipment and _______.
surfaces
clothes
windows
walls
How can you prevent MRSA? Fill in the blank: Make sure all wounds are _______ until they are healed.
covered
exposed
ignored
scratched
What does MRSA look like? Fill in the blank: MRSA can cause sores that look or feel like a ________ bite.
spider
mosquito
ant
bee
What does MRSA look like? Fill in the blank: MRSA can cause ________ painful bumps under the skin.
red
blue
green
yellow
What does MRSA look like? Fill in the blank: MRSA can cause a cut that is swollen, hot, and filled with ________.
pus
blood
water
air
How may MRSA start?
As a pimple or rash that swells rapidly and worsens daily
As a fever
As a headache
As a cough
What should you do to check if the infected area is expanding?
Draw a line or place dots with a marker around the infected area
Take a photo every day
Apply ice
Ignore the area
What type of infection is ringworm?
Bacterial
Viral
Dermatophyte
Parasitic
Dermatophytes are fungi that produce a well-defined, itchy, red patch of skin bordered by a ________ ring.
scaly
smooth
hairy
shiny
Is ringworm highly contagious?
Yes
No
The rash caused by ringworm can spread to both the infected individual and other individuals as a result of ________ contact.
direct
indirect
visual
verbal
What is a characteristic feature of the rash caused by ringworm?
Blue color
Well-defined, itchy, red patch bordered by a scaly ring
Blisters
Yellow crust
Tinea Corporis is the most common type of ______ infection.
fungal
bacterial
viral
parasitic
What type of medication is prescribed to treat Tinea Corporis?
Antifungals
Antibiotics
Antivirals
Analgesics
Athletes must be on oral or topical medication before they are allowed to return to competition if they have Tinea Corporis.
True
False
What is Athlete’s Foot?
A) A bacterial infection
B) A fungal infection
C) A viral infection
D) An allergic reaction
Athlete’s Foot occurs between the _____ and the bottoms of the feet.
toes
heels
ankles
nails
Which of the following can cause Athlete’s Foot?
Heat
Moisture
Failure to change wet, sweaty socks
Direct contact with a shower floor
All of the above
Which of the following is a symptom of Tinea Pedis (Athlete’s Foot)?
Red rash and extreme itchiness
Fever
Headache
Sore throat
Tinea Pedis (Athlete’s Foot) rash is characterized by small pimples containing _______ that leaks out when scratched.
yellow serum
clear fluid
white pus
red blood
What type of infection is herpes?
Bacterial
Viral
Fungal
Parasitic
Herpes Simplex: Which areas of the body are most commonly affected by herpes?
Face, trunk, and genitalia
Hands and feet
Eyes and ears
Stomach and back
Herpes is characterized by ________, inflamed skin, and pain.
blisters
scabs
rashes
bruises
Herpes Simplex is a highly contagious infection that is a disqualifying condition for athletes in contact sports.
True
False
Herpes Simplex will usually clear up within ___ weeks of starting treatment.
2
1
4
6
According to Idaho regulations, athletes must be on medication for how many hours with no new lesions and all lesions must be scabbed over before returning to contact sports?
24 hours
48 hours
72 hours
96 hours
What are the characteristics of lesions caused by the Papilloma Virus?
Flat, red lesions
Raised, flesh-colored lesions with small dark spots
Blister-like lesions
Itchy, scaly patches
Warts caused by the Papilloma Virus are common in athletes on the ________ (Plantar Warts).
feet
hands
elbows
knees
What type of infection is Impetigo?
Viral Infection
Fungal Infection
Bacterial Infection
Parasitic Infection
Impetigo is characterized by ________, itching, soreness and pustules.
redness
swelling
numbness
dryness
Impetigo tends to develop in areas of the body subjected to high friction.
True
False
Impetigo is highly contagious and also a disqualifying condition for athletes in contact sports.
True
False
Idaho athletes must be on oral antibiotics for ___ hours with no new lesion present and all lesions completely scabbed over.
72
24
48
96
Individuals with these conditions should be cautioned not to scratch or touch the area to avoid ________ the condition.
spreading
healing
improving
removing
It is recommended to share towels or use whirlpools when you have a skin infection.
True
False
Athlete's foot can be treated with OTC medication, but all other skin infections should be ________ and referred to a physician.
covered
ignored
washed
exposed
According to the follow-up treatment for skin infections, what should you do to prevent the spread of infections?
Clean and disinfect any surfaces (shower, floors, mats, etc) and equipment the athlete may have touched.
Ignore the infection and continue regular activities.
Share personal items like towels and razors with others.
Avoid washing hands after touching infected areas.
According to the follow-up treatment for skin infections, what should you do with all affected clothing?
Make sure all affected clothing is disinfected or discarded.
Store all affected clothing in a sealed bag for a week.
Wash all affected clothing with cold water only.
Share affected clothing with others to check for reactions.
According to the follow-up treatment for skin infections, what should you do if the infected area fails to improve or worsens?
Refer back to the physician.
Continue using the same treatment without consulting anyone.
Ignore the symptoms and wait for them to resolve on their own.
Apply home remedies without medical advice.
Pathogens that cause these skin conditions like warm, moist ________.
environments
clothes
foods
colors
To prevent skin infections, practice good hygiene by keeping the skin ______ and ______.
clean and dry
wet and dirty
oily and sticky
covered and sweaty
Disinfect ______ and equipment on a routine basis to prevent skin infections. Fill in the blank
surfaces
clothes
windows
walls
Which skin infections are disqualifying for athletes in contact sports?
Impetigo, herpes simplex, and ringworm
Acne and eczema
Psoriasis and rosacea
Warts and moles
Fungal infections are common in locker rooms and on athletic teams because:
they thrive in warm, moist environments often found in these places.
athletes have stronger immune systems.
fungi cannot survive in dry conditions.
locker rooms are always kept sterile.
Hygiene habits can prevent MRSA and ringworm by:
Reducing the spread of germs and fungi through regular handwashing and cleanliness.
Increasing exposure to bacteria by sharing personal items.
Ignoring skin infections and not cleaning wounds.
Using antibiotics for every minor cut or scrape.
