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Ch 8 Skin Disorders
Skin Disorders and Diseases: Textbook
Question | Answer |
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As we age elastin fibers naturally ________, causing wrinkling. | Weaken |
Approximately _________percent of aging is caused by the rays of the sun. | 80-85 |
The weakening of collagen and elastic fibers occurs at a faster rate when the skin is frequently exposed to ____________ without proper protection. | UVA rays |
Shorter rays that stop penetration at the base of the epidermis are known as ____ rays. | UVB |
Children under the age of _________ should not be exposed to the sun. | 6 months |
A small discolored spot or patch on the surface of the skin, such as a freckle is a: | Macule |
An abnormal cell mass varying in size, shape, and color is a: | Tumor |
A closed, abnormally developed sac, containing fluid, semifluid, or morbid matter above or below the skin is a: | Cyst |
An accumulation of epidermal flakes, dry or greasy, is known as a: | Scale |
A skin sore or abrasion produced by scratching or scraping is known as a: | Excoriation |
A thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue is called a: | Keloid |
An inflamed pimple containing pus is known as a: | Pustule |
A crack in the skin that penetrates the dermis is a: | Fissure |
The technical term for whiteheads is: | Closed Comedones |
The technical term for excessive perspiration is: | Hyperhidrosis |
The technical term for freckles is: | Lentigines |
Congenital absence of melanin pigment of the body is known as: | Albinism |
The technical term for a birthmark is: | Nevus |
The technical term for a callus is: | Keratoma |
A small brownish spot or blemish on the skin ranging in color from pale tan to brown or bluish black is a: | Mole |
The technical term for a wart is: | Verruca |
Skin cancer that starts with a black or dark brown patch on the skin that appears uneven in texture, jagged, or raised is: | Malignant melanoma |
A skin disease characterized by red patches covered with white-silver scales that are usually found on the scalp, elbows, knees, chest, and lower back is: | Psoriasis |
An inflammatory, painful itching disease of the skin, acute or chronic in nature, presenting many forms of dry or moist lesions is known as: | Eczema |
The recurring virus infection, commonly called fever blisters, is known as: | Herpes Simplex |
A sebaceous cyst which is a subcutaneous tumor of the sebaceous gland is known as: | Steatoma |
A condition of dry, scaly skin due to a deficiency or absence of sebum, caused by aging and exposure to the cold is: | Asteatosis |
A chronic inflammatory congestion of the cheeks and nose which is characterized by redness, dilation of the blood vessels, and the formation of papules and pustules is known as: | Rosacea |
A condition characterized by increased pigmentation on the skin, in spots that are not elevated is known as: | Chloasma |
An eruptive skin infection caused by contact with irritating substances such as chemicals or tints is: | Dermatitis Venenata |
A skin disorder characterized by light abnormal patches and is caused by a burn or congenital disease that destroys the pigment-producing cells is called: | Leukoderma |
__________ play an important role in the skin's health, often aiding in healing, softening and fighting diseases of the skin. | Disinfectants |
The American Cancer Society recommend using the ABCDE Cancer Checklist. What does the C represent? | Color |