Which skin conditions should the nurse identify as having a genetic or inherited component during a presentation to the staff nurses who work in the integument clinic? Select all that apply
1. Atopic dermatitis
2. Seborrheic dermatitis
3. Epidermolysis bullosa
4. Molluscum contagiosum
5. Psoriasis
1, 3, 5
Explanation:
1. Atopic dermatitis is an allergic skin disorder. Allergies have an inherited component.
2. Seborrheic dermatitis is thought to be an overgrowth of yeast and is influenced by hormones. It is not inherited.
3. Epidermolysis bullosa is inherited either as autosomal dominant or autosomal recessive depending on type.
4. Molluscum is caused by a poxvirus and is transmitted person to person.
5. Psoriasis is usually seen in clients with a family history. A multifactorial inheritance is suspected.
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