ATI RN
Pediatric Integumentary System Questions
Question 1 of 5
The most common type of skin cancer is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Basal cell carcinoma is the most common skin cancer, though it is less malignant.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is NOT an effect of aging of the skin or its appendages?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aging reduces the number and activity of sweat glands, not increases them.
Question 3 of 5
What is a special case of hyperthermia caused by an infection called?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fever is hyperthermia caused by infection, raising body temperature to fight pathogens.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
A 16-year-old girl is having refractory severe nodulocystic acne involving the face with some disfigurement that prevents her from social activities. She tries many anti-acne regimen but with slight improvement. Of the following, the BEST treatment in such scenario is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oral isotretinoin is the best option for severe, refractory nodulocystic acne due to its ability to reduce sebum production and prevent scarring.