ATI RN
Pediatric Integumentary System Questions
Question 1 of 5
A medical student is asking you about the type of skin lesions that develops in adolescents with acne. You state that development of acne has different stages. Of the following, the primary event in all acne lesions is development of
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Micro-comedones are the initial stage of acne, formed by clogged pores, preceding papules, pustules, cysts, or scars.
Question 2 of 5
You are evaluating a 7-month-old male infant who recently diagnosed with atopic dermatitis. The location of the lesions you expect to see in this infant is the face and
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In infants, atopic dermatitis typically affects the face and extensor surfaces, unlike older children where flexural areas predominate.
Question 3 of 5
A 5-year-old boy develops extensive atopic dermatitis involving both upper and lower extremities, back, and upper chest. Your decision is to start with potent topical corticosteroids. Of the following, the MOST serious complication that may occur with prolonged use of such topical corticosteroids is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Adrenal suppression is the most serious complication of prolonged potent topical corticosteroid use due to systemic absorption.
Question 4 of 5
A 4-month-old male infant is brought to your clinic by his mother complaining of napkin rash. The mother has been used different topical agents without any improvement; she has a concern that this rash is caused by fungal infection. Of the following, the character of the rash that's typically caused by candida albicans napkin dermatitis is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Candida albicans napkin dermatitis typically affects intertriginous areas due to moisture and warmth.
Question 5 of 5
Pityriasis Rosea is characterized by the appearance of a solitary oval patch followed by multiple red scaly macules. Although it may occur at any age, the peak incidence usually occurs during
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pityriasis rosea peaks in adolescence, often linked to viral triggers like HHV-6 or HHV-7.