Chapter 26: Care of children and young people with dermatological problems

1. Which type of eczema discussed in the chapter is considered a potentially serious dermatological condition?

  1. Atopic eczema
  2. Discoid eczema
  3. Eczema herpeticum
  4. Seborrheic eczema

Answer: C

2. The skin has many functions. Please identify which example is NOT a function of the skin:

  1. Physical protection
  2. Immunosurveillance
  3. Thermoregulation
  4. Synthesis of vitamin A

Answer: D

3. Keratinised tissues do NOT include the:

  1. Hair
  2. Skin
  3. Scalp
  4. Nails

Answer: A

4. Certain cleansers/other factors could irritate the eczema except:

  1. Soap
  2. Non-biological soap powder
  3. Dogs
  4. Fabric softeners

Answer: B

5. Eczema herpeticum is NOT accompanied by:

  1. Pyrexia
  2. Skin eruption
  3. Swollen glands
  4. Non itchy blisters  

Answer: D