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Module 3 A&P

MA JATC

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What are the 3 layers of the skin? Epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous
Contains melanocytes that protect the skin from UV rays Epidermis
Mostly made up of adipose tissue Subcutaneous
Contains nerve endings that aid in sensation Dermis
Which of the following is NOT a related structure of the skin? Endocrine glands
Which of the following is a function of adipose tissue? energy storage
Why is hair important? It helps to regulate body temperature
Which vitamin is produced by the skin when sunlight hits it? Vitamin D
Which gland produces oil? Sebaceous gland
How does the skin help with sensation? it contains nerve endings that can interpret stimuli such as pain, pressure, hot and cold
Which of the following is found in the dermis? -nerve endings -sudoriferous glands -hair follicles -sebaceous glands
Dermis Middle layer
Epidermis Outermost layer
Subcutaneous Innermost layer
Sudoriferous glands excrete sweat and sebaceous glands excrete oil. Water, salts, and waste
Which medications are NOT absorbed through the skin? -IV fluids -oral meds
Tinea pedis fungus
Pediculosis ectoparasite
Warts human papillomavirus (HPV)
Ringworm fungus
Herpes virus
A lesion is a pathologic change of the tissues due to disease or injury. True
Which of the following scenarios would most likely NOT cause urticaria? Getting diagnosed with cancer
A rash is a type of hive. False
Melanoma is cancer of the... melanocytes
This type of injury occurs due to prolonged pressure on an area of the skin. Decubitus ulcer
This type of disorder causes a circular rash to appear. ringworm
With this type of disorder, it is common for lesions to appear around the mouth or genitals. Herpes
This condition primarily affects the scalp. Pediculosis
This condition primarily affects the feet. tinea pedis
Your patient asks you about a new, unusual growth that has recently appeared on their skin. You notify the doctor because you are concerned about it possibly being a sign of this disorder... melanoma
Changes to an existing mole Melanoma
Red, raised welts or bumps on the skin Urticaria
Itchy, scaly rash between the toes Tinea pedis
an area of irritated or swollen skin Rash
an unusual change in skin color, texture, and temperature to an area of skin Decubitus ulcer
sores and blisters around the affected area Herpes
A small, fleshy bump on the skin Wart
Your patient has suffered a spinal injury and has been lying flat on the bed for 4 hours without being able to move. Which condition will you be concerned about? Decubitus ulcer
Your patient has just been prescribed a new medication. Which condition might you tell them to look out for? Urticaria
Your patient saw your write down "pediculosis" in their chart. They ask, "what is that?" You tell them.. That's another name for lice
3rd degree burn Most severe
2nd degree burn Moderate severe
1st degree burn Least severe
Impacts the epidermis and the dermis 2nd degree
Impacts only the epidermis 1st degree
Impacts the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous layers 3rd degree
Skin grafts are a common treatment for 1st degree burns. False
What is the instrument called that is used for cutting thin slices of skin for grafting? Dermatome
Which of the following is true about inflammation? it is the body's natural reaction to injury and infection
What is the role of histamine in inflammation? it initiates the inflammatory response
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of inflammation? urticaria
Which are symptoms of inflammation? -heat -erythema -altered function
What does the P in the "SHARP" acronym stand for? pain
Histamine is... a chemical
thermogenesis process of heat production
-ac, -al, -ar, -ary, -tic pertaining to
-itis inflammation
-necrosis tissue death
therm/o heat
py/o pus
pyr/o fever or fire
derm/o skin
hidr/o sweat
lip/o fat
onych/o fingernail
pil/o hair
rhytid/o wrinkle
xer/o dry
ped/o child, foot
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