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Chapter 8
Skin Disorders and Diseases
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cosmetologists refer clients with medical issues to dermatologists more than any other type of physician. | True |
| A nodule is a secondary lesion that does not require medical attention. | False |
| A closed comedo is also known as a blackhead. | False |
| Milia resemble small sesame seeds and are commonly associated with newborn babies. | True |
| Acne is also known as sebaceous vulgaris. | False |
| The cause of rosacea is unknown. | True |
| Nearly 60 percent of aging is caused by the rays of the sun. | False |
| The trick in preventing occupational contact dermatitis is to use gloves or utensils when working with irritating chemicals. | True |
| A freckle is an example of a mark on the skin called a: | lesion |
| All of the following are examples of primary lesions EXCEPT: | keloid |
| A large blister containing a watery fluid is a: | bulla |
| A flat spot or discoloration on the skin is a: | macule |
| A large sore bump that does not have a head of pus is a: | papule |
| An inflamed pimple containing pus is a: | pustule |
| An abnormal cell mass that varies in size, color, and shape is a: | tumor |
| Lesions of the skin characterized by piles of material on the skin surface are: | secondary skin lesions |
| Dead cells that form over a wound or blemish while it is healing comprise a: | crust |
| Cracks in the skin that penetrate the dermis layer, such as chapped hands or lips, are: | fissures |
| A thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue is known as a: | keloid |
| Any thin dry or oily plate of epidermal flakes is known as a: | scale |
| An open lesion of the skin or mucous membrane, accompanied by pus and characterized by loss of skin depth, is a(n): | ulcer |
| A hair follicle filled with keratin and sebum forms a: | comedo |
| Benign, keratin-filled cysts that appear just under the epidermis and have no visible opening are: | milia |
| A skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands caused from retained secretions is: | acne |
| Inflammation of the sebaceous glands characterized by red, flaky skin in the scalp and hairline is: | seborrheic dermatitis |
| Distended or dilated surface blood vessels are called: | telangiectasias |
| Excessive sweating, caused by heat or general body weakness is: | hyperhidrosis |
| A contagious, recurring viral infection characterized by fever blisters or cold sores is: | herpes simplex |
| A noncontagious skin disease characterized by red patches covered with silver-white scales found on the scalp is: | psoriasis |
| The absence of melanin pigmentation of the body is known as: | albinism |
| Hypertrophy of the papillae and epidermis is a: | wart |
| The most common and least severe type of skin cancer is: | basal cell carcinoma |
| Dark, brown patches on the skin that may appear uneven in texture, jagged, or raised may be a warning sign of: | malignant melanoma |
| The American Cancer Society recommends using a checklist to recognize potential skin cancer or changes in moles, using the letter B to check mole: | borders |
| The main food source for acne bacteria is: | fatty acids |
| Which of the following is NOT an intrinsic skin-aging factor? a. gravity c. facial expressions b. genetic aging d. sun exposure | sun exposure |
| The UV rays of the sun reach the skin in two different forms, which are: | UVA and UVB rays |
| The rays of the sun that cause sunburns and tanning and are also known as burning rays are: | UVB rays |
| Allergic reaction created by repeated exposure to a chemical or substance | Sensitization |
| Skin disorder characterized by light abnormal patches | Leukoderma |
| Inflammation of the skin caused by having contact with certain chemicals or substances | Contact dermatitis |
| Small brown or flesh-colored outgrowth of the skin | Skin tag |
| Large protruding pocket-like lesion filled with sebum | Sebaceous cyst |
| Abnormal brown or wine-colored skin discoloration with a circular or irregular shape | Stain |
| Skin sore or abrasion produced by scratching or scraping | Excoriation |
| Common bacterial infection of the eyes | Conjunctivitis |
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