Skin Deep
The skin consists of these two layers of tissue
What are the epidermis and dermis?
A dermatologist may use this in office procedure to extract a small skin sample for microscopic examination to diagnose skin conditions
What is skin biopsy?
Superficial collection of serous fluid, less than 1 centimeter in diameter an example of this is varicella (chicken pox) herpes zoster (shingles) or a second degree burn
What is a vesicle?
The “A” in the ABCDE’s of skin self-exam stands for this
What is Asymmetric?
When the patient is removed from the tub, the skin is dried by doing this
What is patting?
The bottom layer of the epidermis contains these and they contribute color to the skin
What are melanocytes?
Used to identify bacteria and their antibiotic susceptibilities, this test helps doctors prescribe effective treatment for skin infections
What is a culture and sensitivity test?
Elevated superficial, solid lesion, greater than 1 centimeter in diameter an example of this is Psoriasis
What is plaque?
The “B” in the ABCDE’s of skin self-exam stands for this
What is border irregularity?
Bathing with this is usually contraindicated in all inflammatory conditions of the skin
What is soap?
**DAILY DOUBLE**
The outer most layer of the epidermis responsible for protecting the body from harmful substances, such as bacteria, viruses and pollutants. It also helps to regulate water loss from the body. This layer of skin is constantly shedding dead skin cells.
What is the stratum corneum?
This specific type of procedure uses a circular instrument to remove a small round sample of tissue for skin analysis
What is punch biopsy?
**DAILY DOUBLE**
An elevated superficial lesion filled with purulent fluid an example of this is acne
What is a pustule?
The “C” in the ABCDE’s of skin self-exam stands for this
What is color change?
You need this to adequately perform a skin assessment
What is good lighting?
This makes the skin waterproof, preventing water loss from the underlying tissues and too much water absorption during swimming and bathing
What is keratin?
Emitting ultraviolet light to reveal certain skin conditions, this tool is used by dermatologist and is sometimes called a black light
What is Wood's light or Wood's lamp?
An elevated, solid lesion less than 1 centimeter in diameter an example is a wart
What is a papule?
The “D” in the ABCDE’s of skin self-exam stands for this (your answer must include size for points)
What is diameter greater than ¼ inch?
Check to see if the patient has signed this before a skin biopsy
What is informed consent?
This abundant protein in the dermis gives skin its structure and elasticity and its decline contributes to wrinkles
What is collagen?
In this diagnostic procedure, small patches containing potential allergens are applied to the skin usually on the forearm or back to identify substances causing allergic reactions.
What is skin patch testing?
a flat area with a change in skin color less than 1 centimeter in diameter and example is freckles
What is a macule?
The “E” in the ABCDE’s of skin self-exam stands for this
What is Evolution?
A temporary interruption of blood flow to the skin upon pressure, returning to normal color quickly, is known medically as this
What is blanching?