ABD MCQ

Question 1

Which layer of the skin contains blood vessels and nerves?

Accepted Answer

Dermis

Answer

Epidermis

Answer

Stratum corneum

Answer

Subcutaneous layer

Question 2

Which condition is commonly treated with topical corticosteroids?

Accepted Answer

Eczema

Answer

Acne vulgaris

Answer

Psoriasis

Answer

Warts

Question 3

What is the typical presentation of basal cell carcinoma?

Accepted Answer

Pearly nodule with telangiectasia

Answer

Dark flat mole with irregular borders

Answer

Red patch with scaling

Answer

Thickened skin with white patches

Question 4

Which microorganism is most commonly responsible for acne?

Accepted Answer

Cutibacterium acnes

Answer

Staphylococcus aureus

Answer

Escherichia coli

Answer

Candida albicans

Question 5

What is a hallmark sign of psoriasis?

Accepted Answer

Thick, scaly, red plaques

Answer

Blistering rash

Answer

Target lesions

Answer

Widespread pigmentation loss

Question 6

Which vitamin is synthesized in the skin upon exposure to sunlight?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D

Answer

Vitamin A

Answer

Vitamin B12

Answer

Vitamin C

Question 7

Which test is most appropriate for diagnosing fungal skin infections?

Accepted Answer

KOH prep

Answer

Patch testing

Answer

Biopsy with immunohistochemistry

Answer

Bacterial culture

Question 8

Which lesion is considered pre-malignant?

Accepted Answer

Actinic keratosis

Answer

Seborrheic keratosis

Answer

Cherry angioma

Answer

Skin tag

Question 9

What is the best initial treatment for mild comedonal acne?

Accepted Answer

Topical retinoids

Answer

Oral antibiotics

Answer

Systemic steroids

Answer

Laser therapy