Exam #2

What is the causative agent for ringworm?

A dermatophyte.

What is the leading sign or symptom of non-melanoma skin cancer?

A sore that doesn't heal or that comes and goes in the same place.

How are fungal infections communicable?

A) From surface-to-skin contact B) From animal-to-human contact C) From skin-to-skin contact D) All of the above D

What is the most common, least dangerous form of skin cancer?

Basal cell carcinoma

A client has a large cluster of warts on the knuckles of her left hand. What should her massage therapist do?

Consider them a local contraindication.

When do keloid scars occur?

Deep injuries create an abundance of scar tissue that overflows into the epidermis.

What do untreated warts do?

Eventually go away.

When acne affects adolescents, what is it usually associated with?

Excessive testosterone production.

"Cold sores" and "fever blisters" refer to what condition?

Herpes simplex

When is massage for someone with a fungal infection safe?

If lesions are localized, treated, and covered.

What is the conventional definition of "dermatitis"?

Inflammation of the skin not related to contagious disease.

A client has been diagnosed with psoriasis. her lesions are only on her elbows and knees. She is currently experiencing mild itching, and some fissures are evident. What should her massage therapist do?

Locally avoid the itchy areas.

What is the best description of a boil?

An aggressive localized bacterial infection of the skin.

Which is the best description of the most currently understood etiology of psoriasis?

An immune system dysfunction involving overactive T-cells.

What does the ABCDE of melanoma stand for?

Asymmetrical, borders, colors, diameter, elevation.

What functions are best accomplished by the skin?

Protection and sensation.

In this condition isolated patches of skin cells replicate freely and create small "pile-ups" of cells that may eventually be covered with a silvery scale. What is it?

Psoriasis

A client has an active oral herpes simplex lesion. What is the therapist's best choice?

Reschedule the appointment.

What type of skin cancer has the highest mortality rate?

Malignant melanoma.

What does MRSA stand for?

Methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus.

What is the best description of cellulitis?

Skin infection with Group A streptococcus.

What is the best description of an ulcer?

Sore with dead tissue that doesn't heal normally.

What is the name of the lesion associated with fungal infections of the skin?

Tinea