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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the integumentary system? | It includes the skin, hair, nails, and glands. It protects the body, regulates temperature, enables sensation, and synthesizes vitamin D. |
| What are the three main layers of the skin? | Epidermis (outer), Dermis (middle), Hypodermis (deepest, mainly adipose tissue). |
| What is the function of the epidermis? | It acts as a protective barrier, prevents water loss, and blocks pathogens. |
| What are the five layers of the epidermis (deep to superficial)? | Stratum basale, stratum spinosum, stratum granulosum, stratum lucidum, stratum corneum. |
| What is the role of melanocytes in the skin? | They produce melanin, which gives skin color and protects against UV damage. |
| What are the two types of sweat glands? | Eccrine (watery secretion for cooling) and Apocrine (milky secretion in axillary/anogenital areas. |
| What is the function of sebaceous glands? | They secrete sebum to lubricate and waterproof skin and hair; sebum also has antibacterial properties. |
| What are the main types of skin cancer? | Basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma |
| How are burns classified and treated? | First-degree: Epidermis only Second-degree: Epidermis +part of dermis Third-degree: Epidermis +dermis + deeper tissues Treatment: Debridement, antibiotics, coverings or grafts. |