Integumentary
When the blisters (from shingles) have crusts, the disease is no longer ____.
contagious
most simple skin lesion; flat spots that can be seen but not felt, visible because they change the color of the skin. example: freckles
caused by lack of blood blow due to factors such as burns, diabetes, injuries, circulatory disorders, a weakened immune system, and complications from surgery. must be treated immediately.
gangrene
rough, hard bump; contagious and are caused by a virus that invades the skin usually through a cut or tear
wart
areas of the body where the bone lies close to the skin
bony prominences
A contusion, also called a bruise, is a common type of an open wound. (T/F)
false; closed wound
large raised, irregular areas, usually itchy. example: hives (uticaria)
wheals
dermatitits
growth of abnormal skin cells; can be caused by tanning beds
skin cancer
when skin breaks down due to ___ ___, the amount of oxygen the cells receive is reduced, and necrosis results.
poor circulation
S/S of wounds: pain, tissue damage, ____, drainage, and light or heavy bleeding.
discoloration
raised spots filled with pus. example: acne or infected boils
pustules
infection of the skin that occurs when bacteria move deeper into the tissues. if this infection is not treated promptly, it may worsen and become sepsis, a condition that can be fatal
cellulitis
If lesions ___, or spread to other body parts, chemotherapy and radiation may also be used.
metastasize
Name three pressure injury danger zones.
head, shoulders, knees, and toes, ....
serous, sanguineous, serosanguineous, purulent (pus) drainage
small blisters that contain fluid, can occur on skin or inside mouth. example: chickenpox
vesicles
autoimmune disease in which skin cells grow too fast, caused red, white, or silver patches to form
psoriasis
Obesity increases the risk for certain integumentary diseases or disorders, including the following:
skin infections, excess facial and body hair, slow wound healing, and ___ ___
pressure injuries
pressure injuries are also called ___ ___, ___ ___, or ___ ___.
pressure sores, decubitus ulcers, or bed sores
(5) types of open wounds (per book)
- abrasion
- avulsion
- incision
- laceration
-puncture wound
small, purplish spots caused by bleeding under the skin is called ____.
collection of blood in one area is called ___. the spot can be visible as a bruise but may also occur on internal organs.
purpura; hematoma
Tinea ___ (athlete's foot), Tinea ___ (jock itch), and vaginal cadidiasis (yeast infection) are all examples of fungal infections.
pedis and cruris
The ABCDE stands for...
Asymmetry
Border
Color
Diameter
Evolution
stage of PI when there is partial-thickness skin loss involving the epidermis and the dermis. the injury is discolored and moist and may also look like a blister.
STAGE 2