Chapter 32: Dermatologic Conditions

Chapter 32: Dermatologic Conditions

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Multiple Choice

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:

A.	Intermediate potency corticosteroid ointment (Kenalog)
B.	A combination of a corticosteroid and an antifungal (Lotrisone)
C.	A low potency corticosteroid cream applied sparingly (hydrocortisone 1%)
D.	A high potency corticosteroid cream (Diprolene AF)

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

A.	Short-term or intermittent treatment of atopic dermatitis
B.	Topical treatment of fungal infections (Candida)
C.	Chronic, inflammatory seborrheic dermatitis
D.	Recalcitrant nodular acne

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

A.	Topical corticosteroids and emollients
B.	Topical corticosteroids alone
C.	Topical antipruritics
D.	Oral corticosteroids for exacerbations of atopic dermatitis

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

A.	Topical antipruritics
B.	Oral corticosteroids for 2 to 3 weeks
C.	Thickly applied topical intermediate-dose corticosteroids
D.	Isolation of the patient to prevent spread of the dermatitis

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