General Surgery — Flashcards
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A spreading, poorly defined area of skin erythema, warmth, and edema is a _____
_____ is an inflammatory skin reaction caused by direct exposure to an irritant or allergen
Allergic contact dermatitis can often present on the abdomen because of a(n) _____
Hint: allergen
Allergic contact dermatitis rash typically occurs _____-48 hours after exposure to an allergen **assuming previous sensitisation has already occurred
The _____ classification dictates management for cellulitis
Eron classification for cellulitis: Class IV: _____ OR severe life-threatening infection (e.g. necrotising fasciitis)
A child presents with a chronic, pruritic skin rash localized to the flexural folds of the elbows and knees. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Individuals with impetigo should be excluded from school/work until _____ or until 48 hours after starting treatment
_____ is used best for daily use particularly for warm weather
Hint: emollient
For severe, widespread atopic eczema a short course of _____ may be recommended
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