Integumentary A+P
This is the largest organ system of the body, making up about 15% of body weight.
Integumentary system
Dermatitis is this type of reaction of the skin.
Inflammatory reaction
Psoriasis is a chronic disorder caused by overactive ________.
Immune response / T-cell overactivity
A burn that affects only the epidermis is classified as this.
Superficial (first-degree)
The patient’s report of pain is considered the __________.
Gold standard
This skin layer contains blood vessels, nerves, glands, and collagen.
Dermis
Scratching over time can cause skin thickening known as this.
Lichenification
These visible skin findings are raised, red, and covered with silvery scales.
Plaques
The quick bedside tool used to calculate %TBSA burned.
Rule of Nines
This type of pain results from nerve damage and may feel like burning or electric shocks.
Neuropathic pain
These pigment-producing cells protect the skin from UV radiation.
Melanocytes
Contact allergens are confirmed using this diagnostic test.
Patch testing
This type of arthritis can occur with psoriasis.
Psoriatic arthritis
In full-thickness burns, this sensation may be absent due to nerve damage.
Pain (lack of pain in center of full-thickness burns)
Pain lasting longer than 3 months is categorized as this.
Chronic pain
These glands activate after puberty and are primarily found in the axilla and groin.
Apocrine glands
These medications reduce inflammation and itching in dermatitis.
Topical corticosteroids/antihistamines
UV therapy to slow cell turnover is known as this.
Phototherapy
Name the first priority in emergent burn care.
Airway management
These natural chemicals work as the body’s own painkillers.
Endorphins and enkephalins
Aging skin heals slower due to decreased ________.
Cell regeneration
Name one common complication of dermatitis.
Infection / scarring / pigmentation change / body image impact (any 1)
One psychosocial nursing diagnosis commonly associated with psoriasis.
Disturbed body image / ineffective coping / impaired skin integrity
Contractures are prevented with early ________ and positioning.
ROM (Range of motion)
Name two categories of pain medications used in multimodal therapy.
Non-opioids, opioids, adjuvants