History & Physical/Dermatology
A patient presents with a rash, characterized by red macules and edematous papules with a clearing
center. This best describes which of the following?
Answers
A. erythema marginatum
B.
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History & Physical/Dermatology
A patient presents with a rash, characterized by red macules and edematous papules with a clearing
center. This best describes which of the following?
Answers
A. erythema marginatum
B. erythema multiforme
C. varicella
D. impetigo - ✔✔Explanations
(u) A. Erythema marginatum is associated with rheumatic fever and is characterized by macular to
maculopapular lesions. A clearing center is not found in the rash.
(c) B. Target lesions, also termed iris lesions, are characteristic of erythema multiforme. The rash may be
recurrent but typically resolves over 3-6 weeks.
(u) C. The rash of varicella typically has maculopapules, vesicles, and scabs in various stages of
development. A clearing center is not found in the rash.
(u) D. The lesions of impetigo are pustules that form a honey-colored crust after rupturing.
History & Physical/Dermatology
A patient presents with a rash, characterized by red macules and edematous papules with a clearing
center. This best describes which of the following?
Answers
A. erythema marginatum
B. erythema multiforme
C. varicella
D. impetigo - ✔✔Explanations
(u) A. Erythema marginatum is associated with rheumatic fever and is characterized by macular to
maculopapular lesions. A clearing center is not found in the rash.
(c) B. Target lesions, also termed iris lesions, are characteristic of erythema multiforme. The rash may be
recurrent but typically resolves over 3-6 weeks.(u) C. The rash of varicella typically has maculopapules, vesicles, and scabs in various stages of
development. A clearing center is not found in the rash.
(u) D. The lesions of impetigo are pustules that form a honey-colored crust after rupturing.
History & Physical/Dermatology
In a patient suspected of having seborrheic dermatitis, the most common site of involvement would be
the
10
Answers
A. upper extremities.
B. thighs.
C. scalp.
D. feet. - ✔✔Explanations
(u) A. See C for explanation.
(u) B. See C for explanation.
(c) C. The most common site of involvement of seborrheic dermatitis is the scalp. Other common sites
include the eyebrows, eyelids, nasolabial fold, and ears.
(u) D. See C for explanation.
History & Physical/Dermatology
In a patient suspected of having seborrheic dermatitis, the most common site of involvement would be
the
10
Answers
A. upper extremities.
B. thighs.
C. scalp.
D. feet. - ✔✔Explanations
(u) A. See C for explanation.
(u) B. See C for explanati
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