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A general term used to describe redness of the skin is:
 
  A) excoriation.
  B) erythroderma.
  C) erythema.
  D) eschar.

Question 2

Another term for a bruise is:
 
  A) ecchymosis.
  B) leukoderma.
  C) keloid.
  D) petechiae.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) Excoriation is loss of epidermis by scratching, burns, or trauma.
B) Erythroderma is abnormal redness over a large area of skin.
C) Correct.
D) An eschar is a scab.

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: A) Correct.
B) Leukoderma is white patches of skin.
C) A keloid is an overgrown scar.
D) Petechiae are small pinpoint hemorrhagic spots on the skin.


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