RMT Prep: Dermatology
- 1.
The skin, hair, nails, and glands all make up this system of the body.
- A.
Integumentary system
- B.
Lymphatic system
- C.
Musculoskeletal system
- D.
Nervous system
Correct Answer
A. Integumentary system -
- 2.
Of the three layers of the skin, which is the thick, fat-containing layer?
- A.
Dermis
- B.
Epidermis
- C.
Epithelium
- D.
Subcutaneous tissue
Correct Answer
D. Subcutaneous tissue -
- 3.
The brown-black pigment of the skin that is transferred to other epidermal cells and gives the skin its color is called
- A.
Albumin
- B.
Collagen
- C.
Keratin
- D.
Melanin
Correct Answer
D. Melanin -
- 4.
The half-moon shaped, white area located at the base of a fingernail is called the
- A.
Basal layer
- B.
Cuticle
- C.
Lunula
- D.
Stratum
Correct Answer
C. Lunula -
- 5.
Which of the following is transcribed correctly?
- A.
The patient was given metronidazole for rosacea and Lamisil for onychomycosis.
- B.
The patient was given metronidazole for roseola and Lamisil for onychomycosis.
- C.
The patient was given metronidazole for roseola and Lamisil for onychomycosis.
- D.
The patient was given metroprolol for rosacea and Lamisil for onychomycosis.
Correct Answer
A. The patient was given metronidazole for rosacea and Lamisil for onychomycosis. -
- 6.
The type of cyst contains yellowish sebum and is commonly found on the scalp, vulva, and scrotum.
- A.
Papule
- B.
Sebaceous cyst
- C.
Ulcer
- D.
Vesicle
Correct Answer
B. Sebaceous cyst -
- 7.
A groove or a crack-like sore is called a (an)
- A.
Fissure
- B.
Nodule
- C.
Polyp
- D.
Ulcer
Correct Answer
A. Fissure -
- 8.
Death of tissue associated with loss of blood supply to the affected area is called
- A.
Cellulitis
- B.
Eczema
- C.
Gangrene
- D.
Psoriasis
Correct Answer
C. Gangrene -
- 9.
Which skin neoplasm is associated with an increase in the growth of cells in the keratin layer of the epidermis caused by pressure or friction?
- A.
Callus
- B.
Keloid
- C.
Keratosis
- D.
Leukoplakia
Correct Answer
A. Callus -
- 10.
An epidermal growth caused by a virus (wart) is called a
- A.
Impetigo
- B.
Melanoma
- C.
Nevus
- D.
Verruca
Correct Answer
D. Verruca -
- 11.
In this condition, there is a scaly dermatitis affecting parts of the skin that are supplied by oil glands.
- A.
Chronic dermatitis
- B.
Contact dermatitis
- C.
Eczema
- D.
Seborrheic dermatitis
Correct Answer
D. Seborrheic dermatitis -
- 12.
Which of the following infections is also known as ringworm?
- A.
Folliculitis
- B.
Herpes simplex
- C.
Impetigo
- D.
Tinea corporis
Correct Answer
D. Tinea corporis -
- 13.
An acute eruption of intensely itchy papules or wheals is called
- A.
Acne vulgaris
- B.
Pityriasis rosea
- C.
Psoriasis
- D.
Urticaria (hives)
Correct Answer
D. Urticaria (hives) -
- 14.
The outermost layer of skin is the
- A.
Dermis
- B.
Endodermis
- C.
Epidermis
- D.
Hypodermis
Correct Answer
C. Epidermis -
- 15.
The vascular layer of skin is the
- A.
Dermis
- B.
Epidermis
- C.
Stratum corneum unguis
- D.
Hypodermis
Correct Answer
A. Dermis -
- 16.
Apocrine glands produce
- A.
Mucus
- B.
Sebum
- C.
Sweat
- D.
Keratin
Correct Answer
C. Sweat -
- 17.
Which of the following is transcribed correctly?
- A.
This 58-year-old woman had a biopsy proven melanoma. Clarks level 1, on the left cheek.
- B.
This 58-year-old woman had a biopsy-proven melanoma. Clark's level 1, on the left cheek.
- C.
This 58-year-old woman had a biopsy proven melena. Clark level 1, on the left cheek
- D.
This 58-year-old woman had a biopsy-proven melanoma. Clark level 1, on the left cheek.
Correct Answer
D. This 58-year-old woman had a biopsy-proven melanoma. Clark level 1, on the left cheek. -
- 18.
Follicular dilation involving the nose and portions of the cheeks, erythema, papules, and pustules are classic signs of this dermatologic disorder.
- A.
Acne cosmetica
- B.
Acne pustulosa
- C.
Acne rosacea
- D.
Acne vulgaris
Correct Answer
C. Acne rosacea -
- 19.
A skin disorder most often caused by the herpes virus and consisting of red lesions that look like targets is
- A.
Candidiasis
- B.
Erythema multiforme
- C.
Hirsutism
- D.
Keratosis pilaris
Correct Answer
B. Erythema multiforme -
- 20.
Which of the following would be prescribed for acne?
- A.
Actiq
- B.
Actonel
- C.
Accu-Check
- D.
Accutane
Correct Answer
D. Accutane -
- 21.
A burn which involves 2 layers of the skin and estroys the nerves and blood vessels, but does not go down to muscle or bone is a
- A.
First-degree burn
- B.
Second-degree burn
- C.
Third-degree burn
- D.
Full-thickness burn
Correct Answer
B. Second-degree burn -
- 22.
Yellowing of the skin is indicative of
- A.
Hyperbillirubinemia
- B.
Hyperuricemia
- C.
Hyperkalemia
- D.
Hyporeninemia
Correct Answer
A. Hyperbillirubinemia -
- 23.
Clotrimazole and nystatin are both
- A.
Topical antifungals
- B.
Anti-itch creams
- C.
Topical antibiotics
- D.
Used to treat eczema
Correct Answer
A. Topical antifungals -
- 24.
Which of the following is a combining form meaning skin?
- A.
Adip/o
- B.
Cutane/o
- C.
Pachy/o
- D.
Xanth/o
Correct Answer
B. Cutane/o -
- 25.
Which of the following is a fungal infection?
- A.
Lichen planus
- B.
Keratosis
- C.
Suborrhea
- D.
Tinea capitis
Correct Answer
D. Tinea capitis -
- 26.
Moles with the potential to develop into malignant melanoma are
- A.
Intradermal nevi
- B.
Dysplastic nevi
- C.
Giant nevi
- D.
Verrucae
Correct Answer
B. Dysplastic nevi -
- 27.
An absence of pigment in the skin is called
- A.
Acanthosis nigricans
- B.
Albinism
- C.
Melanism
- D.
Xanthoderma
Correct Answer
B. Albinism -
- 28.
Another term for itching is
- A.
Dermatitis
- B.
Keratosis
- C.
Petechiae
- D.
Pruritus
Correct Answer
D. Pruritus -
- 29.
A chronic dermatitis of unknown etiology in patients with a history of allergy is called
- A.
Actinic dermatitis
- B.
Atopic dermatitis
- C.
Stasis dermatitis
- D.
Seborrheic dermatitis
Correct Answer
B. Atopic dermatitis -
- 30.
Excessive hair on the face or body, especially in women, is called:
- A.
Albinism
- B.
Atrichia
- C.
Alopecia
- D.
Hirsutism
Correct Answer
D. Hirsutism -
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