As a nurse practitioner in dermatology for over 15 years, Barbara Bielan has been fortunate to have worked with many superb clinicians who have shared their time and expertise in giving her a broad background in dermatology. The "What's Your Assessment?" series includes a short case presentation and differential diagnosis. It is followed by a discussion on the disease and the rationale used in each step of the assessment.

Diagnosis, Differential↗

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Honing your assessment skills: what that rash really means.

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Adolescent↗

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'If it's wet, dry it; if it's dry, wet it'.

Wet, oozing lesions should be dried, dry lesions should be hydrated and lubricated. Soaks, Castellani's Paint and exposure to the air are effective methods of drying. Dry eczematous lesions can be treated with low patency topical steroids and emollient ointments. The occupational nurse can better treat and prevent dermatitis seen in industry by familiarizing herself with the various contact irritants and sensitizers found in the workplace.

Dermatitis, Atopic↗