what are the three layers of skin? - Answer-epidermis, dermis, hypodermis
what kind of disorder is psoriasis - Answer-autoimmune
What form at the bottom of the epidermis and divide pushing already formed cells to the surface? - Answer-keratinocytes
For a normal person how long does it take...
Psoriasis Exam Questions and Answers
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what are the three layers of skin? - Answer-epidermis, dermis, hypodermis
what kind of disorder is psoriasis - Answer-autoimmune
What form at the bottom of the epidermis and divide pushing already formed cells to the
surface? - Answer-keratinocytes
For a normal person how long does it take for us to shed dead skin cells? - Answer-30
days
A psoriasis patient takes how long to shed dead skin cells? - Answer-3-4 days and
instead of falling off they just build up
psoriasis - Answer-autoimmune chronic dermatitis that involves excessively rapid
turnover of epidermal cells
Psoriasis usually develops before the age of what? - Answer-40
Psoriasis results from: - Answer-overstimulation of the immune system
symptoms can vary from: - Answer-mild to severe
Psoriatic arthritis affects what percent of people with psoriasis? - Answer-10-30%
What is the goal for psoriasis patients? - Answer-reduce inflammation and suppress
rapid turnover of epidermal cells
What is the biggest obstacle when caring for a patient with psoriasis? - Answer-patient
acceptance
What does psoriasis look like? - Answer-thick, erythematous plaques covered with
silvery white scales with symmetrical distribution
Where is psoriasis most commonly found - Answer-scalp, knees, sacrum, elbows and
behind ears
What environmental factors can trigger an outbreak? - Answer-sunburn, surgery, skin
trauma, stress, anxiety
What are some treatment options for psoriasis? - Answer-topical, essential oils,
systemic, natural/artificial UV lights
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