ATI RN
Integumentary System of Pediatrics Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is NOT a protective function of the skin?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sweating regulates temperature, not a direct protective function against pathogens or damage.
Question 2 of 5
Effective treatment of acne focuses on minimizing sebum production, hyperkeratosis, and bacterial proliferation. Of the following, the MOST effective treatment that can be used as monotherapy for acne is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Topical retinoids address hyperkeratosis, sebum production, and inflammation, making them the most effective monotherapy.
Question 3 of 5
You are meeting parents of a 2-year-old boy with atopic dermatitis; you state that atopic dermatitis is a chronic inflammation that predisposes to the development of allergy. Of the following, this child is MOST frequently predisposed to development of
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Atopic dermatitis most frequently predisposes to asthma as part of the atopic march.
Question 4 of 5
Topical corticosteroids are the mainstay of anti-inflammatory therapy for atopic dermatitis. They are classified according to strength and potency from I to VII. Which of the following classes should be avoided in young children?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Class I (highest potency) corticosteroids should be avoided in young children due to risk of systemic absorption and side effects.
Question 5 of 5
Atopic dermatitis is characterized by an increased tendency toward bacterial, viral, and fungal skin infections. Of the following, the MOST potentially serious infection in atopic dermatitis is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Eczema herpeticum, caused by herpes simplex virus, is the most serious due to its potential for systemic spread.