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Integumentary System

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Ultraviolet light in small doses helps the body produce what? Vitamin D
Sebaceous glands are exocrine glands that secrete an oil called what? Sebum
Acne is the formation of pimples due to the blockage of what gland? Sebaceous Glands
To maintain homeostasis, the skin helps control what? Preventing water loss, maintaining body temperature, protecting against pathogens
A dermatologist is a specialist in what area of the body? Skin
What is the most serious type of skin cancer? Melanoma
A stratum is also known as what? A Layer
What cells produce keratin (a protein that makes the epidermis tough)? Keratinocytes
What is the deepest layer of the skin, where constant cell division takes place? The Basal Layer
What produces sebum? Sebaceous Glands
What is located ONLY in the dermis and hypodermis, it supplies blood to the skin? Blood Vessels
These glands are found all over the skin to help regulate body temperature. What are they? Eccrine Sweat Glands
A small smooth muscle that connects to the hair follicle, contraction of this muscle makes the hair stand up. What muscle is this? Arrector Pili Muscles
What is known as “true skin” or the thickest layer of the skin? The Dermis
Usually only found in the stratum basale, this produces skin color by creating melanin. What type of cells are these? Melanocytes
The outermost layer of the skin, it is made up of 5 small layers. Also, this layer is avascular, which lay is this? The Epidermis
This is the outermost layer of the epidermis, cells are constantly shedding. Also, it consists of multiple layers of keratinocytes. Which layer is this? Stratum Corneum
Athlete’s foot is a highly contagious infection that usually affects the feet. True or False True
Impetigo is a highly contagious bacterial infection that usually is caused by streptococci or staphylococci bacteria. True or False. True
Eczema is a contagious inflammatory skin disease. True or False. False
The treatment for scabies is an anti-parasitic. True or False. True
Hypertrophic scars are the result of an overly aggressive healing process and extend beyond the borders of the original injury. Ture or False. False
Jaundice appearance indicates liver abnormalities. True or False. True
A laceration is a result of the skin being torn open. True or False. True
“Normal” skin temperature is warm. True or False. True
A cyanotic appearance indicates inadequate oxygenation or poor perfusion. True or False. True
Basal cell carcinoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer. True or False. False
Dermatitis is inflammation of the skin caused by any substance that irritates the skin. True or False. True
Convert the following temperature from Celsius to Fahrenheit. 37℃ 98.6*F
Convert the following temperature from Celsius to Fahrenheit. 22℃ 71.6*F
Convert the following temperature from Celsius to Fahrenheit: 43℃ 109.4*F
Convert the following temperature from Celsius to Fahrenheit: 23 ℃ 73.4*F
Convert the following temperature from Celsius to Fahrenheit: 63℃ 145.4*F
What is the most accurate method for obtaining a temperature? Rectal
You measure a patient’s temperature and obtain the following reading: 37℃. Is this temperature within normal limits? Yes
What are some things that can cause hyperthermia? Excitement, excessive exposure to heat, fever
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