Integument Exam#2 Topical Steroids Exam Questions and Answers (Solved Papers) T/F Non-Prescription topical steroid products are indicated for chronic relief of itching associated with major skin irritations.
- Correct Answers ✅False
Nonprescription products are indicated for temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations.Prescription products are indicated for manifestations of ______-responsive dermatosis. - Correct Answers ✅Corticosteroid Topical corticosteroids have what type of properties? - Correct Answers ✅Anti-inflammatory, antipruritic, and vasoconstrictive properties.
NOTE: Topical agents depress the formation, release, and
activity of endogenous chemical mediators of inflammation What is the potency of topical steroids based on? - Correct Answers ✅Their skin vasoconstriction abilities.What are some minor skin irritations where topical steroids may be used (OTC)? - Correct Answers ✅Insect Bites Poison Ivy 1 / 3
Integument Exam#2 Topical Steroids Exam Questions and Answers (Solved Papers) Dr. Nykamp stated that Poison Ivy generally lasts ___ days. - Correct Answers ✅21 She also stated that most times with poison ivy, steroids are needed and something better than Medrol.T/F It is common for a burn patient to be given hydrocortisone. - Correct Answers ✅False.There is no place in burn therapy for hydrocortisone However, Nykamp stated that a patient may use after the burn heals and begins to itch.
There are seven groups of topical corticosteroid potency:
Group I=Very High Group II= High Group III-V= Medium Group VI and VII= Low - Correct Answers ✅ Place that potency! Augmented Betamethasone Diproprionate 0.05% - Correct Answers ✅Very High Potency 2 / 3
Integument Exam#2 Topical Steroids Exam Questions and Answers (Solved Papers) and HIGH Place that potency! Fluocinolone 0.01% - Correct Answers ✅Low Potency Place that potency!Fluocinonide 0.05% - Correct Answers ✅High potency Place that potency! Clobetasol propionate 0.05% - Correct Answers ✅Very High potency Place that potency! Betamethasone Valerate - Correct Answers ✅Medium Potency Place that potency! Hydrocortisone 2.5% - Correct Answers ✅Low Potency Place that potency! Hydrocortisone 1% - Correct Answers ✅Low Potency Place that potency! Desoximetasone 0.05% - Correct Answers ✅Medium Potency
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