NR576 / NR 576 Midterm Exam | Differential
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What is melanoma? - Correct Answer - A type of skin cancer.
What is the ABCDE assessment for melanoma?
- Correct Answer - A method to identify potential signs of melanoma.
What does asymmetrical mean in the context of melanoma?
- Correct Answer - One half of the mole does not match the other half.
What does irregular border mean in the context of melanoma?
- Correct Answer - The edges of the mole are not smooth or even.
What does color refer to in the context of melanoma?
- Correct Answer - The mole is dark or has uneven coloring.
What does diameter >6 mm mean in the context of melanoma?
- Correct Answer - The mole is larger than 6 millimeters in diameter.
What does evolution mean in the context of melanoma?
,- Correct Answer - The mole has changed in shape, size, or color over
time.
What does ugly duckling mean in the context of melanoma?
- Correct Answer - The mole does not resemble other moles or skin
growths on the body.
What should be done if melanoma is suspected?
- Correct Answer - Refer to a dermatologist for further evaluation.
What is Acne Vulgaris? - Correct Answer - Common skin disorder with
red, tender bumps.
What are closed comedones? - Correct Answer - Whiteheads on the
skin's surface.
What are open comedones? - Correct Answer - Blackheads on the skin's
surface.
What are papules? - Correct Answer - Inflamed bumps on the skin.
What are pustules? - Correct Answer - Inflamed bumps with pus-filled
tips.
What is a furuncle? - Correct Answer - A deep bacterial infection of a
hair follicle with abscess formation.
How does a furuncle appear? - Correct Answer - Extremely tender to the
touch and appears as a bright red color.
, Where are furuncles most common? - Correct Answer - On the scalp,
neck, axilla, buttocks, groin, and thighs.
What is an epidermoid cyst? - Correct Answer - A benign encapsulated
nodule filled with keratin material.
Where are epidermoid cysts commonly located?
- Correct Answer - On the face, neck, and trunk, but can be found
anywhere including scrotum, genitalia, fingers, and buccal mucosa.
What are the symptoms of an epidermoid cyst?
- Correct Answer - Typically asymptomatic, but can become tender,
have erythema and swelling if ruptured.
What is sialadenitis? - Correct Answer - Painful swelling and tenderness
of the gland.
What are the symptoms of sialadenitis?
- Correct Answer - Pyrexia, lymphadenopathy, and erythema of the
affected gland.
What is Onychomycosis? - Correct Answer - Benign superficial infection
of toenails and fingernails.
What is the recommended topical treatment for Onychomycosis? -
Correct Answer - Ciclopirox nail lacquer twice daily for 6-18 months.
Diagnosis in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care |
Questions and Answers | 100% Correctly
Answered and Rated A+ | Chamberlain | Latest
Update
What is melanoma? - Correct Answer - A type of skin cancer.
What is the ABCDE assessment for melanoma?
- Correct Answer - A method to identify potential signs of melanoma.
What does asymmetrical mean in the context of melanoma?
- Correct Answer - One half of the mole does not match the other half.
What does irregular border mean in the context of melanoma?
- Correct Answer - The edges of the mole are not smooth or even.
What does color refer to in the context of melanoma?
- Correct Answer - The mole is dark or has uneven coloring.
What does diameter >6 mm mean in the context of melanoma?
- Correct Answer - The mole is larger than 6 millimeters in diameter.
What does evolution mean in the context of melanoma?
,- Correct Answer - The mole has changed in shape, size, or color over
time.
What does ugly duckling mean in the context of melanoma?
- Correct Answer - The mole does not resemble other moles or skin
growths on the body.
What should be done if melanoma is suspected?
- Correct Answer - Refer to a dermatologist for further evaluation.
What is Acne Vulgaris? - Correct Answer - Common skin disorder with
red, tender bumps.
What are closed comedones? - Correct Answer - Whiteheads on the
skin's surface.
What are open comedones? - Correct Answer - Blackheads on the skin's
surface.
What are papules? - Correct Answer - Inflamed bumps on the skin.
What are pustules? - Correct Answer - Inflamed bumps with pus-filled
tips.
What is a furuncle? - Correct Answer - A deep bacterial infection of a
hair follicle with abscess formation.
How does a furuncle appear? - Correct Answer - Extremely tender to the
touch and appears as a bright red color.
, Where are furuncles most common? - Correct Answer - On the scalp,
neck, axilla, buttocks, groin, and thighs.
What is an epidermoid cyst? - Correct Answer - A benign encapsulated
nodule filled with keratin material.
Where are epidermoid cysts commonly located?
- Correct Answer - On the face, neck, and trunk, but can be found
anywhere including scrotum, genitalia, fingers, and buccal mucosa.
What are the symptoms of an epidermoid cyst?
- Correct Answer - Typically asymptomatic, but can become tender,
have erythema and swelling if ruptured.
What is sialadenitis? - Correct Answer - Painful swelling and tenderness
of the gland.
What are the symptoms of sialadenitis?
- Correct Answer - Pyrexia, lymphadenopathy, and erythema of the
affected gland.
What is Onychomycosis? - Correct Answer - Benign superficial infection
of toenails and fingernails.
What is the recommended topical treatment for Onychomycosis? -
Correct Answer - Ciclopirox nail lacquer twice daily for 6-18 months.
