(VNCON 2024) Demystifying Dermatology for Nurses (On demand Webinar)

Dr Danielle Hoolahan BSc BVMS DACVD | Board Certified Veterinary Dermatologist

What does the mnemonic "PAIN" stand for? Give an example from each category.

Correct answer:(a)

a) Parasites, Allergies, Infection, Neoplasia/neurogenic

b) Pears, Apples, Indonesian Lime, Nectarine

c) Plane, Aeroplanes, Iceberg, NASA

d) Peas, Artichoke, Iceberg Lettuce, Navy Beans

What are some examples of pruritic behaviours (that owners may not recognise as "itch")

Correct answer:(d)

a) Scratching

b) Licking

c) Rubbing body or face on the floor/surfaces

d) All of the above

Give an example of a dietary trial which not appropriate to exclude a cutaneous adverse food reaction

Correct answer:(ac

a) Hills z/d

b) Hills Derm Complete

c) Pasta and cheese based diet

d) A home cooked novel protein and carbohydrate diet

Cytology should always be performed as part of a pruritic dog work up?

Correct answer:(a)

a) True

b) False

What are the 4 key points of the multimodal treatment plan?

Correct answer:(e)

a) Control flare factors

b) Treat pruritus and inflammation

c) Support the skin barrier

d) Modulate allergy

e) All of the above