Pathology EMQ template.

Name: Madhvi Patel

Candidate number:

Theme: Skin Pathology

 

OPTION LIST

A	Psoriasis	I	Dermatitis herpetiformis
B	Eczema	J	Pyoderma gangrenosum
C	Malignant Melanoma	K	Pemphigoid
D	Basal Cell Carcinoma	L	Pemphigus vulgaris
E	Squamous Cell Carcinoma	M	Lichen planus
F	Pityriasis rosea	N	Lupus vulgaris
G	Pityriasis versicolor	O
H	Dermatomyositis	P

 

For each scenario below, choose the most appropriate answer from the list above. Each option may be used once, more than once or not at all.

 

1. Histological examination reveals hyperkeratosis and saw-toothing of rete ridges.

 

2. Characterised by large bullae and IgG deposition at dermo-epidermal junction.

 

3. The most common skin tumour.

 

4. Associated with heliotrope rash.

 

5. Red scaly rash on extensor surfaces of limbs.

 

 

 

ANSWERS

1. Lichen planus

2. Pemphigoid

3. Basal Cell Carcinoma

4. Dermatomyositis

5. Psoriasis