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Chapter 64. Psoriasis
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Which of the following is not a comorbidity of psoriasis?
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E. All of the above are comorbidities of psoriasis
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Which of the following histocompatibility complex is genetically linked to psoriasis?
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A. HLA-Cw* on Chromosome 06
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B. HLA-Cw* on Chromosomes 17
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C. HLA-Cw* on Chromosomes X and Y
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D. Genes involved in peptide signaling are likely associated with psoriasis.
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Which of the following options is considered nonpharmacological approach to treatment psoriasis?
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A. Psychotherapy for reduction of stress
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B. Medicated moisturizers
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C. Aveeno moisturizer containing fragrance is recommended
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D. Use of tight-fitting cloth to help retain moisture on lesions
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Which of the following drugs may cause new onset of psoriasis?
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All of the following cytokines play a major role in the inflammatory process of psoriasis except:
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A. Tumor necrosis factor (TNF-α)
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B. Interleukin 1 β (IL-1 β)
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C. Interleukin 2 γ (IL-2 γ)
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A 61-year-old man presents with mild plaque psoriasis affecting his elbows and knees. Which of the following constitute an initial pharmacologic therapy for him:
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B. Betamethasone ointment
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A 25-year-old woman in her first trimester presents with moderate plaque psoriasis affecting her face, scalp, trunk, arms, and legs. Which of the following would not be appropriate?
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A. Calcipotriol 50 mcg/g ointment
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