PT1 Review Questions

Fungal Skin Infections and Minor Foot Disorders

1. What are the risk factors for the development of fungal skin infections?

2. Describe the presentation of the different types of fungal skin infections.

3. What non-pharmacologic measures should be used in the management of fungal skin

infections?

4. What pharmacologic therapies are available for the treatment of fungal skin infections?

5. List some counseling points for topical antifungal products.

6. When should a patient be referred to a physician for evaluation of a fungal skin infection?

7. Describe the presentation of, as well as nonprescription therapies that can be recommended,
for the following minor foot disorders:

Corns and calluses

Bunions

Tired, aching feet

Exercise-induced foot injuries

Ingrown toenails

Hyperhidrosis
8. When should a patient be referred to a physician for evaluation of a minor foot disorder?