HPI/PE Flashcards
1
Q
What dermatological rashes do you not want to miss?
A
Neisseria Meningitis
Toxic Shock Syndrome
Stevens Johnsons Syndrome
2
Q
What tools are used to help diagnose ringworm?
A
Blacklight and KOH
3
Q
How does KOH work?
A
Destroys normal epithelial cells and leaves the fungal cells untouched
- fungal hyphae or stems and spores are easy to see under a microscope
4
Q
What are the three areas that are commonly hidden?
A
Medial canthi
Alar Creases
Conchal bowl
5
Q
What does ringworm look like?
A
erythematous, raised, circular, central clearing in the center of rash
