Chapter 32. Dermatologic Conditions

Chapter 32. Dermatologic Conditions

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Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.

____ 1. When choosing a topical corticosteroid cream to treat diaper dermatitis, the ideal medication would be:

1.	Intermediate potency corticosteroid ointment (Kenalog)
2.	A combination of a corticosteroid and an antifungal (Lotrisone)
3.	A low-potency corticosteroid cream applied sparingly (hydrocortisone 1%)
4.	A high-potency corticosteroid cream (Diprolene AF)

____ 2. Topical immunomodulators such as pimecrolimus (Elidel) or tacrolimus (Protopic) are used for:

1.	Short-term or intermittent treatment of atopic dermatitis
2.	Topical treatment of fungal infections (Candida)
3.	Chronic, inflammatory seborrheic dermatitis
4.	Recalcitrant nodular acne

____ 3. Long-term treatment of moderate atopic dermatitis includes:

1.	Topical corticosteroids and emollients
2.	Topical corticosteroids alone
3.	Topical antipruritics
4.	Oral corticosteroids for exacerbations of atopic dermatitis

____ 4. Severe contact dermatitis caused by poison ivy or poison oak exposure often requires treatment with:

1.	Topical antipruritics
2.	Oral corticosteroids for 2 to 3 weeks
3.	Thickly applied topical intermediate-dose corticosteroids
4.	Isolation of the patient to prevent spread of the dermatitis

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