MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

CLINICAL ENCOUNTERS

PSORIASIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Total What is the maximum number of NAPSI scores?
A
24
B
36
C
80
D
160
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -NAPSI scoring Each nail gets a matrix score and a nail bed score, the total of which is the score for that nail (0–8). The sum of the individual nail scores is the total NAPSI score of the patient.

Detailed explanation-2: -NAPSI is very simple to understand: the higher the score, the more severe your nail psoriasis is. A score of 0 means you have no signs of the condition, while higher scores indicate more significant symptoms. The index is helpful for people receiving psoriasis treatment, as well as people in clinical trials.

Detailed explanation-3: -A scores: Add together the three intensity scores for each of the four body regions to get four A scores. B scores: These scores range from 0–6 and correspond to the percentage of each body region that psoriasis affects. More items •07-Jun-2021

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