Integumentary System – Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary flashcards summarizing essential integumentary anatomy, disorders, treatments, and burn care concepts from the lecture notes.

Contact Dermatitis

Treatment: Avoid irritant/allergen; topical corticosteroids, cool compresses. Important Note: Often resolves with removal of irritant.

Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)

Treatment: Emollients, topical corticosteroids, calcineurin inhibitors. Important Note: Exacerbated by dry skin, irritants, stress.

Psoriasis

Treatment: Topical corticosteroids, vitamin D analogs, phototherapy, systemic agents for severe cases. Important Note: Not contagious; stress can trigger exacerbations.

Cellulitis

Treatment: Systemic antibiotics (oral or IV), elevation of limb, warm compresses. Important Note: Prompt treatment prevents sepsis or osteomyelitis.

Herpes Zoster (Shingles)

Treatment: Antiviral medications (within 72 hours), pain management. Important Note: Contagious to those without chickenpox immunity; viral shedding until lesions crust.

Pressure Ulcers

Treatment: Frequent repositioning, pressure-relieving devices, nutritional support, wound care. Important Note: Prevention is key, involving multidisciplinary approach; use Braden Scale for risk.

Topical Corticosteroid

Treatment: Apply topically. Important Note: Use sparingly to avoid skin atrophy or systemic absorption.

Mupirocin

Treatment: Apply as prescribed. Important Note: Complete the full course to prevent antibiotic resistance.

hydrocolloid dressing

protect shallow ulcers and promote an appropriate healing environment

alginate dressing

used for wounds either significant drainage

transparent dressing

used for superficial wounds or as a protective cover