Which of the Following Is NOT True of Topical Corticosteroids

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of topical corticosteroids?

• A) They are used over short periods of time to relieve inflammation and pruritus of skin lesions without the toxicity found with systemic steroids.
• B) They are used for contact dermatitis, insect bites, minor burns, eczema, and psoriasis.
• C) They are available by prescription and OTC.
• D) They should be applied thickly so that the medication will stay in contact with the lesion for a longer period of time.
• E) They should be used with care for diaper rash because of the danger of systemic absorption.

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Definitions:

Endocrine Glands

Glands of the endocrine system that release hormones directly into the blood to regulate body functions.

Synaptic Vesicles

Small sac-like structures in neurons that store neurotransmitters, which are chemicals responsible for transmitting messages across synapses.

Thyroid

A gland located in the neck region that produces hormones regulating growth, development, metabolism, and body temperature.

Adrenal Glands

Endocrine glands located on top of each kidney that secrete more than 30 different hormones to deal with stress, regulate salt intake, and provide a secondary source of sex hormones affecting the sexual changes that occur during adolescence.