General Surgery — Flashcards

_____ contact dermatitis is a type IV hypersensitivity reaction that is characterised by erythema & pruritus at the site of contact

How do you diagnose head lice? _____

Urticaria presents with _____ that are pruritic and usually last < 24 hours

Hint: lesion

The _____ classification dictates management for cellulitis

Pressure sores typically occur over _____

_____ affects deeper skin layers than urticaria resulting in swelling of the dermis

Eron classification for cellulitis: Class III: _____ OR unstable comorbidity that may interfere with a response to treatment OR a limb-threatening infection due to vascular comprimise

What is the management for class III & IV cellulitis?** _____ **class III is significant systemic upset or unstable comorbidities class IV is sepsis or life-threatening infection

Angio-oedema most commonly affects the _____, lips, & genitals

Irritant contact dermatitis rash typically occurs _____ after exposure to an irritant