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Miscellaneous
100

The ABCDE’s of malignant melanoma

Asymmetry, Border irregularity, Color change, Diameter greater than 6 mm, Evolving in appearance

100

This key step in properties management involves discussing realistic expectations and limitations of cosmetic procedures with the patient

Informed consent

100

The main identifying characteristic of Plaque Psoriasis

Scaly papules forming plaques

100

The meaing of the suffix "-ectomy"

Excision or Removal of

100

Two types of oral cancer

Oral Cavity Cancer ; starts in the mouth 

Oropharyngeal Cancer : develops in the area of the throat directly behind the mouth

200

A common precancerous lesion that can be treated nonsurgically

Actinic Keratosis or AK

200

This injectable cosmetic treatment containing botulinum toxin is used to reduce wrinkles

Botox

200

This Chronic Autoimmune disease affects the skin, with 7.5 million Americans affected

Psoriasis

200

What does PACU stand for, and how many phases are involved?

Post Anesthesia Care Unit

3 Phases

200

Pressure is measured in various locations, including the ventricles and subarachnoid space, and normally ranges from 5 to 15 mm Hg. A sustained pressure above this value indicates abnormality.

Intracranial Pressure

300

Distinguish one difference between a Basal Cell Carcinoma and a Squamous cell carcinoma

BCC - rarely metastasize, may occur in non-sun exposed areas, curled borders, epidermis only. 

SCC- more aggressive, sun exposed areas, keratinized/scaley

300

Drugs in this category are typically sufficient to manage pain after most cosmetic procedures

Mild analgesics

300

What are the two types of contact dermatitis?

Irritant and Allergic

300

What is difference between the scrub nurse and the circulating nurse?

Scrub RN - Prepares and manages the sterile field and instruments.

Circulating RN - Remains in the unsterile field, facilitating progress of the procedure, keeps documentation.

300

List 3 nursing interventions for skin-drug reactions

Airway management, Preserving renal function, maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance, and pain control

400

What Fitzpatrick classification does a patient with cream white, fair skin, any eye/hair color, who mildly burns and gradually tans fall under?

Fitzpatrick type III

400

This type of surgery is used to treat congenital and acquired vascular lesions, and for skin resurfacing and hair removal.

Laser surgery

400

This therapy uses a topical or IV photosensitizing agent that reacts to applied light to kill actinic keratosis and skin cancer cells.

Photodynamic Therapy

400

What are some of the nurse's responsibilities immediately before a patient's surgery?

Final preoperative teaching, assessment, and communication of pertinent findings. Verify presence of signed informed consent form. Ensure all pre-op orders have been done.

400

Drugs potentiate the suns effect, even with brief exposure. Explain this phenomenon

The chemicals in these drugs absorb light when exposed to natural sunlight and release energy that harms cells and tissues.

500

A pt comes into the office worried about a irregularly shaped lesion on his posterior neck. Pt is a farmer and states that his twin sister was recently diagnosed with invasive melanoma. A biopsy is taken and comes back confirming malignant melanoma. What factors will determine the next steps in treatment?

The initial staging and location of the tumor

500

This cosmetic procedure is used to remove subcutaneous fat which is resistant to other techniques of removal, although it is not a substitute for diet and exercise.

Liposuction

500

The process of using electrical energy as heat to burn and destroy unwanted superficial tissue.

Electrodessication

500

What are the core body temperature ranges for mild, moderate, and severe hypothermia?

Mild: 93-95F (33.9-35C)

Moderate: 86-93F (30-33C)

Sever: <86F (30C)

500

A patient comes into the ER with the following systemic symptoms: fever, cough, anorexia, and myalgia. Patient states these symptoms presented a week ago and today a red, macular rash appeared and began to blister. 

Based on these signs and symptoms, what is the patient experiencing? What is the most important action in caring for this patient?

Allergic reaction triggering Stevens-Johnsons Syndrome (SJS) or Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN)

The nurse should identify and stop the offending drugs.