Dermal Integrity Burns Depth First degree burns – No blistering. Limited to the epidermis. Do not consider first degree burns when assessing total surface area of the burn. These do not affect outcome or factor into electrolyte management. Second degree burns – Blistering and penetrate … [Read more...] about S2 E046 Derm integrity for the PANCE/PANRE
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S2 E045 Derm viruses
Condyloma acuminatum (Anogenital Warts) Warts found typically in the genital/anal area Human papillomavirus (HPV) types 6 and 11 Sexually transmitted Very contagious especially while warts are visible Risk Factors Sexual activity with multiple or high risk partners … [Read more...] about S2 E045 Derm viruses
S2 E044 Childhood Exanthem
Exanthem Exanthem means widespread rash. This may be caused by drugs, autoimmune disease, bacterial or viral infection. The exanthems discussed in medicine include a group of viral infections seen in children. Six childhood exanthems were named and numbered in 1905 First disease … [Read more...] about S2 E044 Childhood Exanthem
S2 E043 Bacterial skin infections
Bacterial Skin Infections Cellulitis Bacterial infection of the skin deep dermis Most commonly caused by Staphylococcus and Streptococcus Clinical Presentation Warm Red Tender Fever/chills Labs and Studies Clinical diagnosis Culture not very … [Read more...] about S2 E043 Bacterial skin infections
S2 EO42 Spiders, Bugs and Fungal Infections (Yuck!)
Spider Bites Brown Recluse (necrotizing venome) Black Widow (neurotoxic venome Brown Recluse spiders Found in the mid-southeastern states Here is a map of where they are found and a good article if you’re interested in learning more. The venom contains an enzyme that … [Read more...] about S2 EO42 Spiders, Bugs and Fungal Infections (Yuck!)
