ATI RN
Pediatric Integumentary System Questions
Question 1 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 2 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 3 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.
Question 4 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 5 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.