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Pediatric Integumentary Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
As you are walking down the beach, you see a dead, dry, shriveled-up fish. Which layer of your epidermis keeps you from drying out?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The stratum corneum, the outermost layer of the epidermis, is composed of dead, keratinized cells that form a barrier to prevent water loss.
Question 2 of 5
Stevens-Johnson syndrome (erythema multiforme major) is associated with all of the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stevens-Johnson syndrome involves mucous membranes, can cause esophageal stricture and corneal scarring, and is triggered by infections or drugs. Steroids like prednisone are controversial and not universally recommended, making A the exception.
Question 3 of 5
Match the condition with the appearance under the Wood lamp (ultraviolet light): Tinea versicolor
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tinea versicolor (Malassezia) shows golden-yellow fluorescence under Wood lamp due to fungal metabolites, matching B.
Question 4 of 5
Which is not true of sunscreens?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A, B, and D are true. C is false: sunscreens block/reflect UV, not all visible light wavelengths.
Question 5 of 5
An 8-year-old girl presents with large café au lait spots with irregular borders and precocious puberty. X-ray shows polyostotic fibrous dysplasia of bone. Which is the most likely diagnosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: McCune-Albright syndrome features café au lait spots, precocious puberty, and fibrous dysplasia.