NURS 2030 flash card set 2

Abscess

A localized collection of pus caused by infection

Abrasion

Superficial scraping of the skin

Adipose

Fat tissue that stores energy and insulates the body

Albino

A person with a genetic lack of melanin pigment

Alopecia

Hair loss

Biopsy

Removal of tissue for diagnostic examination

Candidiasis

Fungal infection caused by Candida (yeast)

Cellulitis

Bacterial infection of deep skin and subcutaneous tissue

Contusion

A bruise caused by blunt trauma

Debridement

Removal of dead or infected tissue to promote healing

Dermatitis

Inflammation of the skin

Diaphoresis

Excessive sweating

Edema

Swelling caused by fluid accumulation in tissues

Epidermal

Pertaining to the epidermis (outer skin layer)

Erythema

Redness of the skin due to increased blood flow

Fissure

A deep crack or split in the skin

Induration

Abnormal hardening of tissue

Intradermal

Located or occurring within the dermis

Jaundice

Yellowing of skin and eyes due to excess bilirubin

Keloid

Thick, raised scar that grows beyond the original wound

Laceration

A deep cut or tear in the skin

Lesion

Any abnormal change in tissue structure

Melanin

Pigment that gives skin, hair, and eyes their color

Necrosis

Death of tissue

Nevus

A mole or birthmark

Pallor

Unusual paleness of the skin

Paronychia

Infection of the skin around a fingernail or toenail

Pediculosis

Infestation with lice

Petechia

Small pinpoint red or purple spots caused by bleeding under the skin

Psoriasis

Chronic autoimmune skin disease with scaly, red plaques

Shingles

Viral infection caused by reactivation of varicella-zoster virus

Subcutaneous

Located beneath the skin

Tinea

Fungal skin infection (ringworm)

Urticaria

Hives; itchy raised welts on the skin

Vesicle

Small fluid-filled blister

Wheal

A raised, itchy area of skin often caused by an allergic reaction

Kaposi Sarcoma

Cancer causing purple skin lesions, often associated with HIV/AIDS