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Pediatric Integumentary System Questions
Question 1 of 5
Toxic epidermal necrolysis is characterized by the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) features widespread blisters and skin tenderness but not target lesions, which are typical of erythema multiforme, making C the exception.
Question 2 of 5
Initial management for infantile seborrheic dermatitis is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Conservative management (e.g., emollients, gentle cleansing) is the initial approach for infantile seborrheic dermatitis, making A correct.
Question 3 of 5
The treatment of psoriasis should be viewed as a 4-tier process. The second tier of therapy is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The psoriasis treatment tiers escalate from topical (tier 1) to phototherapy (tier 2), then systemic agents, making A correct.
Question 4 of 5
A keloid is a sharply demarcated, benign, dense growth of connective tissue that forms in the dermis after trauma. Of the following, the LEAST characteristic feature of keloid is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Keloids are typically firm, raised, and rubbery, but their color varies (often hyperpigmented), making 'pink' (C) the least characteristic.
Question 5 of 5
Cutis laxa is characterized by all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cutis laxa features lax skin with reduced tensile strength, not joint hypermobility (seen in Ehlers-Danlos), making C the exception.