Dermatology Board Exam Started: Jul 13, 2026 08:19 Page 14 of 53 Attempt #2399 Overall: 0 / 264 questions answered Question 66 / 264 Not answered A 16-year-old with moderate acne vulgaris affecting face and chest. Most appropriate therapy: A. Benzoyl peroxide alone B. Topical retinoid plus benzoyl peroxide and oral antibiotics C. Isotretinoin monotherapy D. Hormonal therapy in males E. Observation Show Answer & Explanation Correct Answer: B Explanation: Combination therapy with topical retinoid and benzoyl peroxide plus systemic antibiotics is recommended for moderate acne. Reference: American Academy of Dermatology Comments & Discussion No comments yet. Be the first to comment! Your Name * Your Comment * (Max 200 chars) 200 characters remaining Post Comment Comments remaining this hour: 10/10 Question 67 / 264 Not answered A 40-year-old with cellulitis and local warmth and induration. Most appropriate therapy: A. Topical antibiotics only B. Oral amoxicillin C. IV nafcillin for more severe cases D. Observation and elevation E. No antibiotics needed Show Answer & Explanation Correct Answer: B Explanation: Oral or IV antibiotics depending on severity cover beta-hemolytic streptococci and Staphylococcus aureus. Reference: American Academy of Dermatology Comments & Discussion No comments yet. Be the first to comment! Your Name * Your Comment * (Max 200 chars) 200 characters remaining Post Comment Comments remaining this hour: 10/10 Question 68 / 264 Not answered At a multidisciplinary case conference: a 69-year-old woman is evaluated for painful dermatomal vesicles in the context of atopy. Which is the most appropriate next investigation? A. Dermoscopy B. Skin biopsy when indicated C. Severity scoring tools D. Clinical morphology-based diagnosis E. Medication timeline review Show Answer & Explanation Correct Answer: D Explanation: Clinical morphology-based diagnosis is the most appropriate next test because it directly clarifies the leading diagnosis and guides immediate management in Dermatology. Reference: AAD Clinical Guidelines; Dermatology topic-specific current guideline update Comments & Discussion No comments yet. Be the first to comment! Your Name * Your Comment * (Max 200 chars) 200 characters remaining Post Comment Comments remaining this hour: 10/10 Question 69 / 264 Not answered During morning rounds: a 63-year-old man has diffuse rash after new medication with risk profile of stress-related flares. After initial stabilization and assessment, what is the most appropriate management step? A. Topical anti-inflammatory regimen B. Urgent oncologic dermatology referral for melanoma concern C. Trigger avoidance and skin barrier optimization D. Stepwise urticaria management E. Systemic therapy referral for severe disease Show Answer & Explanation Correct Answer: A Explanation: Topical anti-inflammatory regimen is preferred because it aligns with guideline-based care priorities, reduces avoidable complications, and supports safe outcomes in Dermatology. Reference: EAACI Urticaria Guideline Comments & Discussion No comments yet. Be the first to comment! Your Name * Your Comment * (Max 200 chars) 200 characters remaining Post Comment Comments remaining this hour: 10/10 Question 70 / 264 Not answered At a preventive-care consultation: a 57-year-old woman presents with painful dermatomal vesicles. Relevant risk context includes new medication exposure. What is the most likely diagnosis? A. Herpes zoster B. Chronic spontaneous urticaria C. Drug eruption D. Cutaneous melanoma suspicion E. Atopic dermatitis flare Show Answer & Explanation Correct Answer: E Explanation: The pattern of painful dermatomal vesicles with risk factors such as new medication exposure is most consistent with Atopic dermatitis flare. This answer best matches the expected diagnostic framework for Dermatology. Reference: NCCN Melanoma Guidance; Dermatology topic-specific current guideline update Comments & Discussion No comments yet. Be the first to comment! Your Name * Your Comment * (Max 200 chars) 200 characters remaining Post Comment Comments remaining this hour: 10/10 Cancel « ← Previous Page 14 of 53 Next → »