Orthopaedics & MSK — Flashcards

Flashcard 491: Psoriasis typically presents on _____ surfaces and the scalp

Answer: extensor

Flashcard 492: _____ contact dermatitis is a non-immunological inflammatory skin reaction from direct damage by chemical or physical irritants

Answer: Irritant

Flashcard 493: Cellulitis is typically diagnosed through _____ & clinical examination alone

Answer: history

Flashcard 494: If psoriasis covers > _____% of body surface area then refer to dermatology

Answer: 10

Flashcard 495: Refer to _____ if psoratic arthritis is suspected in psoriasis

Answer: rheumatology

Flashcard 496: Head lice is managed with a choice of _____, physical insecticide (e.g. dimeticone), or wet combing w/a fine-toothed comb

Answer: traditional insecticide (e.g. malathion)

Flashcard 497: What is the first-line management for psoriasis? _____ & vitamin D analogue applied x1 daily at seperate times (one in the morning, other in evening) up to 4-8 weeks

Answer: Potent corticosteroid

Flashcard 498: What is the diagnosis for a superficial skin infection characterized by honey-colored crusts?

Answer: Honey-colored crusts; caused by S. aureus or S. pyogenes.

Extra: Impetigo is a common pediatric skin infection. The non-bullous form is characterized by honey-colored crusting, while the bullous form (usually S. aureus) presents with large, fluid-filled blisters. Treatment involves topical mupirocin or oral antibiotics like cephalexin.

Flashcard 499: What is the recommended school exclusion policy for a child with head lice?

Answer: Children with head lice do not need to be sent home early or excluded from school. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and CDC recommend that "no-nit" policies be abandoned.

Flashcard 500: _____ is characterised by well-circumscribed, salmon-coloured plaques with silverly scale

Answer: Psoriasis