“It’s only skin deep”: Use of Dermatopicals

Presented by Charlie Pye, BSc, DVM, DVSc, Dipl. ACVD

Continuing education questionnaire

CE credit: 1

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Questions

1. Which of the following is abnormal in the skin of a canine with atopic dermatitis? *
2. True or False. In a patient diagnosed with bacterial pyoderma, oral antibiotics should always be a first line of therapy. *
3. Which of the following is NOT a common barrier for use of dermatopicals? *
4. True or False. Very hot water should be used when bathing a dog. *
5. True or False. Barrier repair spot-on treatments are not effective for an acute allergic flare. *
6. Which of the following is NOT a medical benefit of bathing? *
7. When barrier repair products are used on canines, which change is not noted within the skin? *
8. Which of the following is one of topical therapy’s many benefits? *
9. True or False. An honest conversation should be had with all owners about whether doing topical therapy on their pet is feasible prior to prescribing products. *
10. Which of the following is an antiseptic in many commonly used antimicrobial shampoos, wipes, sprays and mousses? *