Common Diseases and Disorders of the Integumentary System Answers

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Use the drop-down menus to select the correct answer.:Hirsutism
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Select all items that describe a dermatitis.

A
a rash
B
a skin infection
C
a skin cancer
D
a common skin condition
E
skin inflammation
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Select all that apply. Hair infections are generally caused by

A
bacteria.
B
fungi.
C
viruses.
D
cancer.
E
lice.
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Select all that apply. Head lice are tiny organisms that can be found on

A
the eyebrows.
B
the eyelashes.
C
the top of the head.
D
the lips.
E
the ears.
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Cutting your nails on a slant and wearing shoes that crowd your toes put you at risk of

A
onychocryptosis.
B
onychomycosis.
C
paronychia.
D
tinea capitis.
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Which factors contribute to seborrheic eczema? Select all that apply.

A
skin fungus
B
seasonal changes
C
refined starches
D
stress
E
high-sugar diet
F
weak immune system
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Which actions are preventive methods of skin diseases and disorders? Select all that apply.

A
maintaining good hygiene
B
using steroid medications
C
reducing stress
D
using sunscreen
E
keeping fingernails and toenails clean
F
wearing tight shoes
12

Which is a treatment method for acne?

A
chemotherapy
B
topical antifungal medication
C
surgery
D
oral retinoids
13

Burns that can be treated at home are most likely to be

A
second- and third-degree burns.
B
first-degree burns.
C
second-degree burns.
D
third-degree burns.
14

The crescent-shaped white area on the nails is known as the

A
eponychium.
B
nail groove.
C
nail plate.
D
lunula.
15

Folliculitis is caused by

A
head lice.
B
a bacterial infection.
C
scalp ringworm.
D
a fungal infection.
16

Alopecia may be caused by

A
onychia.
B
genetics.
C
skin cancer.
D
an ingrown toenail.
18

Select all that apply. Hirsutism can occur as a result of

A
obesity.
B
cancer.
C
a hormonal disorder.
D
infection.
E
pregnancy.
19

Which factors contribute to psoriasis? Select all that apply.

A
genetics
B
abnormalities of the immune system
C
seasonal changes
D
stress
E
hormonal changes
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Third-degree burns sometimes require treatment using

A
antifungal medication.
B
skin grafts.
C
phototherapy.
D
skin lotions.

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