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Integumentary System

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epithelial layer of skin   epidermis  
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strong, flexible, connective tissue layer of skin   dermis  
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subcutaneous tissue deep to skin   hypodermis  
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epidermis is composed of __ __ squamous epithelium   keratinized stratified  
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epidermis is __ __ of skin   outer portion  
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epidermis is exposed to __ environment   external  
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epidermis functions in __   protection  
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cells of epidermis consist of __ cell types   four  
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cells of epidermis; most epidermal cells   keratinocytes  
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keratinocytes produce __ keratin   protein  
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cells of epidermis; produce brown pigment melanin   melanocytes  
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cells of epidermis; immune function; phagocytes   Langerhans' cells  
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cells of epidermis; function as tough receptors   Merkel cells  
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layers of epidermis consist of __ layer(s)   four-five  
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deepest layer of epidermis; single row of stem cells; mitotically active; replace cells shed from surface   stratum basale  
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layer of epidermis' prickly layer; several cell layers thick; contains prekeratin   stratum spinosum  
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layer of epidermis absent in skin   stratum lucidum  
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layer of epidermis; cells have granules   stratum granulosum  
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layer of epidermis; superficial; consists of dead cells filled w/keratin, which protects & water proofs   stratum corneum  
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thickened epidermis w/thick keratin layer   callus  
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stratum __: cells are dead; represented only by flat membranous sacs filled w/keratin   corneum  
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stratum __: cells are flattened; organelles deteriorating; cytoplasm full of lamellated & keratohyaline granules   granulosum  
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lamellated granules __ lipids   release  
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in extracellular space of stratum corneum   glycolipids  
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superficial stratum __: cells contain thick bundles of intermediate filaments made of prekeratin   spinosum  
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__ stratum spinosum: cells are actively mitotic stem cells; some newly formed cells become part of superficial layers   deep  
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Merkel cells, melanocytes, & Melanin granules are contained in stratum __   basale  
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dermis contains sensory __ __   nerve endings  
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dermis is composed of two layers, __ & __   papillary; reticular  
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superficial; consists of loose areolar CT   papillary layer of dermis  
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peg-like projections on superior part of papillary layer; contain capillary loops, touch & pain receptors   dermal papillae  
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dermal papillae w/overlying epidermal ridges that form friction ridges on palms, fingers, soles, & toes   fingerprints  
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deep dermis; forms 80% of skin's thickness; dense irregular CT: collagen & elastin fibers   dermis  
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collagen fibers of dermis add __   strength  
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elastin fibers of dermis provide __   stretch  
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dermis __ sweat glands, hairs roots, & blood vessels   contains  
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less dense region btwn collagen bundles in dermis   cleavage lines  
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skin creases where dermis is tightly bound to deeper structures; i.e. on wrist & fingers   flexure lines  
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hypodermis is also called   superficial fascia  
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hypodermis is subcutaneous layer __ to skin   deep  
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hypodermis is composed of mostly __ tissue   adipose  
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hypodermis __ __ skin to underlying structures, mostly muscle, allowing skin to slide   loosely anchors  
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hypodermis functions as   shock absorber & heat insulator  
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yellow to reddish-brown to black pigments, produce by melanocytes; polymer make of tyrosine amino acids   melanin  
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melanin synthesis depends on enzyme in melanocytes, tyrosinase, passing from melanocytes to basal keratinocytes; melanosomes broken down by lysosomes, so melanin pigment is mostly in   basal cell layer  
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amount of melanin produced depends on __ factors & __ __ sunlight   genetic; exposure to  
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melanin protects __ of skin cells from UV rays of sun   DNA  
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skin cancer is more common in __ __ individuals   fair skinned  
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result from local accumulation of melanin   freckles & pigmented moles  
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in fairer individuals, skin color is also affect by __ __ in RBCs in blood flowing close to skin   oxygenated hemoglobin  
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yellow to orange pigment, found in some plants; most obvious in palms & soles of feet   carotene  
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bluish/purplish discoloration of skin, due to deficient oxygenation of blood   cyanosis  
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yellowish pigmentation of skin, tissues, & certain body fluids caused by deposition of bile pigments; follows interference w/normal production & discharge of bile   jaundice  
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sweat glands, sebaceous glands, hair & nails   appendages of skin  
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eccrine & apocrine are types of __ glands   sweat  
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more numerous; abundant in palms, soles of feet, & forehead   eccrine glands  
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eccrine glands open via __ on skin surface   duct  
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acid pH 4-6; inhibits bacterial growth; contains NaCl, antibodies, & metabolic wastes   sweat from eccrine glands  
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sweat prevents __ of body   overheating  
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eccrine glands control by __ nervous system; heat induced sweating or emotionally induced sweating   sympathetic  
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found in axillary & anogenital areas   apocrine glands  
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apocrine ducts empty into   hair follicles  
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milky/yellowish thicker secretion; contains fatty substances & proteins that cause body odor   sweat from apocrine glands  
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apocrine glands begin functioning at __   puberty  
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apocrine glands have __ __ in heat regulation   little role  
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modified apocrine sweat gland in external ear canal that secrete cerumen   ceruminous glands  
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ear wax   cerumen  
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modified apocrine sweat gland, specialized to secrete milk   mammary glands  
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found all over body, except of palms & soles   sebaceous glands  
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sebaceous gland that secretes oily secretion called sebum into hair follicles   holocrine glands  
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contains lipids & cell debris; secrete by holocrine glands; softens skin/hair & protects against bacteria   sebum  
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sebum & hair; pasty covering chiefly of dead cells & sebaceous secretions that protects skin of fetus   vernix caseosa  
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infections of sebaceous glands   acne  
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caused by overactive sebaceous glands   seborrhea  
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strands of dead keratinized cells produced by hair follicles   pili  
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contain hard keratin; present everywhere except palms, soles, lips, nipples, & parts of external genitalia   hair  
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hair is made up of a(n) __ & a(n) __   shaft; root  
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hair has __ layers of keratinized cells   three  
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only part of hair that contains soft keratin, abundant in fine hair   medulla  
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bulky layer of hair surrounding medulla; consisting of several layers of flattened cells   cortex  
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outermost layer of hair, most heavily keratinized; formed from single layer of cells that overlap one another from below, like shingles on roof   cuticle  
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hair is __ by melanocytes at base of hair follicle   pigmented  
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fold down from epidermal surface into dermis   hair follicles  
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deep end of hair follicle is expanded forming a(n)   hair bulb  
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dermal CT protruding into bulb; its capillaries nourish hair   papilla  
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actively dividing area, producing hair cells; originates in region called hair bulge   hair matrix  
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wrap around each hair bulb, bending hair stimulates them   sensory nerve endings  
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our hair acts as __ touch receptor   sensitive  
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tiny, smooth muscles attached to hair follicles; contraction causes hair to stand upright   arrector pili muscle  
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fine hair on fetus, shed before birth   lanugo hair  
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pale, fine body hair found in children & adult female   vellus  
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coarse, long hair of eyebrows, scalp, axillary & pubic regions   terminal  
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help to maintain warmth, alerts body to presence of insects on skin, guards scalp against physical trauma, heat loss, & sunlight   functions of hair  
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scale-like modification of epidermis, contains hard keratin   nail  
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nail corresponds to __ __ of epidermis   keratinized layer  
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deeper layers of epidermis form nail __   bed  
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nail consists of   free edge, body, & root  
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nail matrix producing nail cells   proximal nail fold  
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function of integumentary system; low pH inhibits bacterial growth, defensin kills bacteria; substances in sebum kill bacteria; melanin prevents UV dmg   chemical barrier  
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function of integumentary system; intact skin, keratin, waterproofing; organic solvents & heavy metals do penetrate   physical/mechanical barrier  
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function of integumentary system; role of Langerhans cells in immunity   biological barrier  
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function of integumentary system; dilation & constriction of dermal vessels to prevent heat loss or stimulate heat conservation; increasing swear secretions to cool body when sweat evaporates   body temperature regulation  
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function of integumentary system; receptor for touch, pain & pressure   cutaneous sensation  
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function of integumentary system; synthesis of vitamin D   metabolic  
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function of integumentary system; blood vessels in dermis can hold 5% of blood volume   blood reservoir  
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function of integumentary system; loss of water/salt & some nitrogenous wastes   excretion  
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important risk factor in exposure to UV radiation in sunlight which dmgs DNA   skin cancer  
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there are __ major types of skin cancer   three  
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mostly on sun exposed ares of face & appear shiny, dome-shaped nodules that later develop central ulcer (rodent ulcer) w/pearly, beaded edge   basal cell carcinoma  
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most common skin carcinoma; locally invasive, slow growing, & does not metastasize; can be sure by surgical excision   basal cell  
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arises from keratinocytes, most often on head (scalp, ears, & lower lip); grows rapidly & metastasizes if not removed; prognosis good if treated surgically w/radiation therapy   squamous cell carcinoma  
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most dangerous skin carcinoma, because highly metastatic; treated by wide surgical excision; chance of survival poor if lesion over 4mm thick   malignant melanoma  
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malignant melanoma is cancer of __ of skin   melanocytes  
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ABCD rule: 2 sides of pigmented area do not match   Asymmetry  
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ABCD rule: irregular & shows indentations   Border  
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ABCD rule: pigmented area shows different colors   Color  
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ABCD rule: larger than 6mm (size of pencil eraser)   Diameter  
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ABCD rule: above skin surface   Elevation  
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border, elevation, color, asymmetry, diameter,   ABCD rule for skin carcinomas  
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only epidermis dmgd; symptoms incl: localized redness, swelling, & pain; i.e. sunburns   1st degree  
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epidermis & upper regions of dermis dmgd; blisters also appear, burns heal in few weeks, no scarring   2nd degree  
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entire thickness of skin dmgd; burned area appears gray-white, red, or black; no initial edema/pain (nerve endings destroyed); requires skin grafts   3rd degree  
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can cause fluid & electrolyte loss, & shock   severe burns  
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used to find out approximate percentage of body surface burnt so IV fluids can be given   rule of nines  
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Rules of Nines: 4-1/2% each = total 9%   anterior/posterior head  
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Rules of Nines: 4-1/2% each = total 18%   anterior/posterior upper limbs  
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Rules of Nines: 18% each = total 36%   anterior/posterior trunk  
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Rules of Nines: 1%   perineum  
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Rules of Nines: 9% each = total 36%   anterior/posterior lower limbs  
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skin and its derivatives; provides external protective covering of body   integumentary system  
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fibrous protein found in epidermis, hair, & nails that makes those structures hard/water resistant   keratin  
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precursor of keratin is   keratohyaline  
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star-shaped; arise from bone marrow & migrate to epidermis; another name for Langerhans cells   epidermal dendritic cells  
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ingest foreign substance & are key activators of immune system; have slender processes that extend among surrounding keratinocytes, forming more/less continuous network   Langerhans cells  
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present in epidermal junction; shaped like spiky hemisphere, each cell intimately associated w/disc-like sensory nerve ending   Merkel/tactile cells  
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combination of disc-like sensory nerve ending & Merkel/tactile cell   tactile/Merkel disc  
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skin that covers pals, fingertips, & soles of feet; epidermis consists of 5layers/strata; contains stratum lucidum   thick skin  
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skin that covers rest of body; missing stratum lucidum   thin skin  
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in stratum basale, many mitotic nuclei seen in this layer reflect rapid division of these cells & account for its alternative name   stratum germinativum  
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each basale layer cell divides, one daughter cell pushed to layer above to begin its __ into mature keratinocyte   specialization  
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when basale layer divides, the daughter cell that remains continues process of   producing new keratinocytes  
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occasionally __ cells are also seen in basale layer   tactile  
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stratum spinosum contains web-like system of intermediate filaments, mainly tension-resisting bundles of __ __, which span their cytosol to attach to desmosomes   prekeratin filaments  
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in stratum spinosum, keratinocytes in this layer appear to have spines, causing then to be called   prickle cells  
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spines of keratinocytes, in spinosum layer, do not exist in living cells; they are __ that arise during tissue preparation when cells shrink but numerous desmosomes hold tight   artifacts  
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scattered among keratinocytes, in spinosum layer, are melanin granules & epidermal dendritic cells, which are __ __ in this epidermal layer   most abundant  
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process in which cells fill with protein keratin   keratinization  
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in stratum granulosum, keratinocytes __ changes drastically and process of keratinization begins   appearance  
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keratinocytes, in granulosum layer, flatten, their nuclei & organelles begin to disintegrate, & they accumulate 2 type of granules, which are   keratohyaline & lamellated  
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the plasma membranes of, keratinocyte, cells thicken as cytosol proteins bind to inner membrane face & lipids released by lamellated granules coat exterior surface making them   more resistant to destruction  
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stratum lucidum is only visible in __ skin   thick  
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stratum corneum is broad zone, 20-30 layers thick, accounting for up to 3/4 of epidermal __   thickness  
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shingle0like cell remnants of stratum corneum are referred to __, or horny, cells   cornified  
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stratum __ are dandruff shed from scalp & dander, loose flakes that slough off dry skin   corneum  
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cells of dermis are typical of those found in any CT proper, which are   fibroblasts, macrophages, occasional mast cells, & WBC  
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matrix of dermis is __, embedded w/fibers, binding entire body together like a body stocking   semi-fluid  
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dermis is __ __ with nerve fibers, blood vessels, & lymphatic vessels   richly supplied  
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major portion of hair follicles, as well as oil/sweat glands, are derived from __ tissue but reside in dermis   epidermal  
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many dermal papillae contain __ __ of the subpapillary plexus   capillary loops  
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touch receptor in papillary layer of dermis   Meissner's corpuscles  
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collectively the overlying papillae, dermal ridges, & epidermal ridges are called   friction ridges  
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sweat pores open along crests of friction ridges, leaving identifying films of sweat called   fingerprints  
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network of blood vessels that nourish reticular layer, lies btwn reticular layer & hypodermis   cutaneous plexus  
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contains pockets of adipose cells & thick bundles of interlacing collagen fibers   reticular extracellular matrix  
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collagen fibers in reticular extracellular matrix run __ to skin surface   parallel  
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cleavage/tension lines in skin, tend to run __ in skin of head & limbs   longitudinally  
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cleavage/tension lines in skin, tend to run __ in skin around neck & trunk   circularly  
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dermal folds that occur at/near joints, where dermis is tightly secured to deeper structures; because skin cannot slide as easily to accommodate joint movement, dermis folds & deep skin creases form   flexure lines  
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indicated by silvery white scars, called striae, commonly called stretch marks   dermal tearing  
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separation of epidermal & dermal layers by fluid-filled pocket   blister  
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melanocytes are stimulated to greater activity by __ secreted by surrounding keratinocytes when exposed to __   chemicals; sunlight  
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carotene tends to accumulate in stratum __ & fatty tissue of __   corneum; hypodermis  
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carotene can be converted to __ __ essential for normal vision, as well as for epidermal health   vitamin A  
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reddened skin may indicate embarrassment/blushing, fever, hypertension, inflammation, or allergy   erythema  
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during fear, anger, & certain other type of emotional stress, some people become pale; may also signify anemia or low blood pressure   pallor/blanching  
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almost metallic appearance of skin is sign of Addison's disease, in which adrenal cortex is producing inadequate amount of its steroid hormones; sign/presence pituitary gland tumors in inappropriately secrete melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH)   bronzing  
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black-and-blue marks reveal where blood escaped from circulation & clotted beneath skin   bruises  
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clotted masses where blood escaped circulation, are called   hematomas  
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epidermal gland that produces sweat   sudoriferous gland  
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eccrine sweat glands are also called   merocrine  
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hypotonic filtrate of blood that passes through secretory cells of sweat glands & is released by exocytosis   eccrine gland secretion  
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microbe-killing peptide, secreted by eccrine sweat gland   dermcidin  
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sebaceous gland blocked by accumulated sebum   whitehead  
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if material from whitehead oxidizes & dries, it darkens to form   blackhead  
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nipple-like bit of dermal tissue, protruding into hair bulb; contain knot of capillaries that supplies nutrients to growing hair & signals it to grow   hair papilla  
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wall of hair follicle is composed of outer CT root __, __ membrane, & __ root sheath   sheath; glassy; epithelial  
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wall of hair follicle derived from dermis   CT root sheath  
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wall of hair follicle; thickened basement membrane   glassy membrane  
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wall of hair follicle derived mainly from invagination of epidermis; have internal & external parts, thins as it approached the hair bulb so that only single layers of cells cover papilla   epithelial root sheath  
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tubular epithelial sheath that surrounds lower part of hair shaft & encloses at bottom a vascular papilla supplying growing basal part of hair w/nourishment   hair follicle  
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terminal hair grows in response to stimulating effects of __ and when these hormones are present in large amounts, terminal hair growth is luxuriant   androgens  
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most important influencing factors for hair growth & density   nutrition & hormones  
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poor nutrition means poor __ __   hair growth  
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conditions that increase local dermal blood flow, such as chronic physical irritation or inflammation, may __ local hair growth   enhance  
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excessive hairiness, may result from adrenal gland or ovarian tumor that secrete abnormally large amounts of androgens   hirsutism  
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in each __ __, an active phase, ranging from weeks to years, is followed by a recessive phase   growth cycle  
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hair matrix cells die & follicle base & hair bulb shrivel somewhat, dragging hair papilla upward to abut region of follicle that does not regress   regressive phase  
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phase after regressive phase, 1-3 months   resting phase  
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after resting phase, cycling part of follicle regenerates & activate bulge cells migrate toward papilla; matrix proliferates again & forms new hair to replace old one that fell out/will be pushed out by new hair   active phase  
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follicles of scalp remain active for 6-10 years before becoming __ for a few months   inactive  
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baldness   alopecia  
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true, or frank, baldness; genetically determined, sex-influenced condition   male pattern baldness  
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immune system attacks follicles & hair falls out in patches   alopecia areata  
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proximal nail fold projects onto nail body as   cuticle/eponychium  
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region beneath free ridge of nail, where dirt & debris tend to accumulate   hyponychium  
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yellow-tinged nails may indicate   respiratory or thyroid disorders  
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yellow-tinged nails combined with thickening of nail, may indicate   nail fungus infection  
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outward concavity of nail (spoon nail) may signal   iron deficiency  
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horizontal lines (Beau's lines) across nail may hint of   malnutrition  
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low pH of skin secretions is called   acid mantle  
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wounded skin releases large quantities of protective peptides, particularly effective in preventing infection by group A streptococcus bacteria, called   cathelicidins  
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lipid-soluble substances, oleoresins, organic solvents, salts of heavy metals, selected drugs, penetration enhancers can all   penetrate skin  
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certain plants, such as poison ivy & oak, emit   oleoresins  
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acetone, dry-cleaning fluid, & paint thinner, which dissolve cell lipids, are all   organic solvents  
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drug agents that help ferry other drugs into body   penetration enhancers  
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passage of organic solvents through skin into blood can cause __ to shut down & __ damage   kidneys; brain  
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absorption of lead results in   anemia & neurological defects  
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respond to stimuli arising outside body; cutaneous sensory receptors   exteroreceptors  
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scaling & various kinds of skin inflammation   dermatitis  
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produce a tough fibrous protein that gives the epidermis its protective qualities   keratinocytes  
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responsible for skin pigmentation   melanocytes  
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sensory receptor for touch   Merkel cells  
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present antigens to killer T lymphocyte   Langerhans' cells  
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single row of cells composed of keratinocyte stem cells, melanocytes, & Merkel cells   Stratum basale  
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several cell layers thick, w/intermediate filaments, keratinocytes & Langerhans' cells   Stratum spinosum  
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3-5 layers of flattened keratinocytes possessing filaments, keratohyaline, & lamellated granules   Stratum granulosum  
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thin, translucent band consisting of a few rows of flat, dead, keratinocytes   Stratum lucidum  
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many cell layers of dead keratinocytes filled w/keratin (outermost layer of skin)   Stratum corneum  
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keratinized stratified squamous epithelium   epidermis  
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adipose connective tissue   hypodermis  
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areolar connective tissue   papillary layer of dermis  
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dense irregular connective tissue   reticular layer of dermis  
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which mechanism provides a chemical barrier and a mechanical barrier to ward off bacterial invasion and to provide "waterproofing"   protection  
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which mechanism provides dilation of blood vessels and secretion of sweat that evaporates from body surface   body temp regulation  
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which mechanism provides activation of numerous receptors that are part of the nervous system   cutaneous sensation  
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which mechanism provides synthesis of vitamin D; destruction of cancer-causing chemicals; activation of some steroid hormones   metabolic functions  
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which mechanism provides potential to hold about 5% of the body's blood volume in numerous blood vessels   blood reservoir  
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red   hemoglobin  
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yellow-orange   carotene  
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blue   cyanosis  
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ranges from yellow-reddish-brown-black   melanin  
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portion of the hair that is embedded in the skin   root  
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superficial covering of a hair consisting of a single layer of cells that overlap one another   cuticle  
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region of a hair that projects above the skin surface   shaft  
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central core of a hair, consisting of large cells and air spaces   medulla  
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intermediate layer of a hair composed of several layers of flattened cells   cortex  
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actively dividing cellular area of the bulb that produces the hair   hair matrix  
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superficial wall of the hair follicle which is derived from the dermis   connective tissue root sheath  
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expanded, deep region of a hair follicle   hair bulb  
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knot of sensory nerve endings wrapped around the base of a hair follicle   root hair plexus  
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bundle of smooth muscle tissue running from superficial dermis - hair follicle; produces goose bumps   arrector pili  
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found all over body except palms & soles   sebaceous glands  
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most abundant on palms, soles, & forehead   eccrine sudoriferous glands  
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axillary, anal, & genital regions   apocrine sudoriferous glands  
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line the external ear canal   ceruminous glands  
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pectoral region   mammary glands  
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integumentary system glands product of oil   sebaceous  
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integumentary system glands product of sweat   eccrine sudoriferous  
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integumentary system glands product consisting of components of sweat plus fatty substances and proteins   apocrine sudoriferous  
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integumentary system glands product consisting of components of earwax   ceruminous gland  
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integumentary system glands product of milk   mammary  
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nail structure that is visible, attached part of nail   body  
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nail structure that is epidermis on which nail rests   nail bed  
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nail structure that is proximal region of nail, embedded in skin   root  
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nail structure that is distal edge of nail   free edge  
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nail structure that is actively growing part of nail   nail matrix  
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nail structure that is white, crescent-shaped area under nail's proximal region   lunula  
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burns damage to only epidermis that results in redness, swelling, & pain   first-degree  
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burns with injury to epidermis & superficial region of dermis resulting in redness, swelling, pain, & blisters   second-degree  
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burns where entire thickness of skin consumed, resulting in burned area appearing white, red, or blackened   third-degree  
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least malignant form of skin cancer; stratum basale cells proliferate & invade dermis & hypodermis, causing tissue destruction   basal cell carcinoma  
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arises from keratinocytes of stratum spinosum w/lesions appearing as scaly, irregular, reddened small, rounded elevations that grow rapidly & metastasize if NOT removed   squamous cell carcinoma  
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"most dangerous form" skin cancer; highly metastatic & can originate wherever there is pigment, but often arises from existing moles, metastasizing rapidly into surrounding circulatory vessels   melanoma  
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two halves of a spot or a mole do NOT match   asymmetry  
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pigmented spot possesses notches & indentations   border irregularity  
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inconsistent pigmentation   color  
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larger than 6 mm   diameter  
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rises above the skin surface   elevation  
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rare condition where hair follicles are attacked by immune system, causing the hair to fall out in patches   Alopecia areata  
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fluid-filled, raised lesions, common around mouth & nose, that develop a yellow crust & eventually rupture; contagious   Impetigo  
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large, unsightly mass of scar tissue at skin surface produced by excessive & prolonged proliferation of connective tissue during healing of skin wounds   keloid  
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chronic inflammatory condition, resulting from over proliferation of epidermis; characterized by reddened epidermal papules covered with dry, silvery scales   psoriasis  
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causes yellowing of skin, especially in palms & soles from accumulation in stratum corneum when consumed in large amounts   too much carotene  
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increased production of melanin due to increased exposure to sun   tanning  
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yellowish to pale-green coloring of skin caused by an accumulation of bile pigments in blood   jaundice  
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possible heart failure; possible respiratory disorders   cyanosis  
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fever, hypertension, polycythemia, inflammation, allergy   redness or erythema  
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fear, anger, stress, anemia, low blood pressure   pallor or blanching  
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liver disorder   jaundice  
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Addison's disease; hypofunction of adrenal cortex   bronzing  
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blood clots beneath the skin   black & blue marks/bruises  
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secrete hypotonic filtrate of blood (99% water w/traces of salt, vitamin C, antibodies, metabolic wastes & lactic acid)   Eccrine sweat glands  
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contains same secretions as true sweat, plus fatty substances & proteins. When these organic molecules decompose by bacterial action there is an associated unpleasant odor   Apocrine sweat glands  
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modified apocrine glands that secrete earwax   Ceruminous glands  
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modified sweat glands that secrete milk   Mammary glands  
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holocrine glands that secrete an oily substance called sebum to lubricate skin and hair   Sebaceous glands  
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maximum production of melanin   black hair  
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no production of melanin; no iron-containing pigment   blonde hair  
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absence of melanin; presence of iron-containing pigment   red hair  
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replacement of melanin with air bubbles in the hair shaft as melanin production decreases   white hair  
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presence of vernix caseosa produced by sebaceous glands   newborn baby  
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skin thickens and more subcutaneous fat is deposited   infancy & childhood  
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skin and hair become oilier as sebaceous glands are activated; dermatitis becomes more common   adolescence  
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epidermal cell replacement declines; skin thins; sebaceous gland activity diminishes   old age  
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body hair of children and adult females   vellus hair  
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coarser, long, darker hairs   terminal hairs  
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loss of hair   alopecia  
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genetically predetermined balding   male pattern baldness  
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hypodermic needle would first pass through __ , then two layers of __, the papillary layer and the reticular layer, before penetrating the hypodermis   epidermis; dermis  
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sebaceous glands are belong to which class   simple branch alveolar  
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terminal hair is located in all of the following areas, except the   body hair of females  
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dermis is primarily composed of   dense irregular connective tissue  
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epidermis is composed of   keratinized stratified squamous epithelial tissue  
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primary function of melanin is to   provide protection against sun's UV rays  
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correct sequence of epidermal layers of thick skin, deep to superficial   stratum basale, stratum spinosum, stratum granulosum, stratum lucidum, stratum corneum  
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NOT derivatives of the epidermis   dermal papillae  
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dermis possesses all the cells that one would expect to find in __ __; mast cells, fibroblasts, macrophages, & scattered WBCs   connective tissues  
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epidermis component possessing waterproofing glycolipid that functions in preventing water loss   lamellated granules  
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lamellated granules contain waterproofing __, secreted into __ __ & is major factor for slowing water loss across the epidermis   glycolipid; intercellular space  
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human integumentary system glands is believed to be analogous to the sexual scent glands of an animal   apocrine sudoriferous gland  
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most important in determining skin coloration   melanin  
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hypodermis, deep to skin, shares some of the skin's functions; it is   not a part of integumentary system  
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protection/insulation, excretion, preventing water loss, & regulation of body temperature   skin functions  
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first-degree burns are not considered critical because they   typically heal in a few days without any special attention  
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most immediate threat to life from a serious burn   loss of body fluids  
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immediate threat to life from serious burns is catastrophic loss of body fluids, which can lead to   fatal circulatory shock  
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strata is absent in thin skin   lucidum  
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stratum lucidum appears in __ __ but not in thin skin   thick skin  
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structures are primarily responsible for fingerprints   epidermal ridges and sweat pores  
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thick skin strata that is the thickest   corneum  
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person who experiences sudden flushing of skin, especially on nose/cheeks, may be in early stages of   rosacea  
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in conjunction w/intake of alcohol, spicy foods, or after hot bath/sun exposure   rosacea can worsen  
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layer of skin that relies on capillaries in underlying connective tissue of dermis for nutrients   epidermis  
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same bacterium that causes peptic ulcers   possible cause of rosacea  
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cell that is part of the immune system   Langerhans'  
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Langerhans' cell is a(n) __ __   fixed macrophage  
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keratinocytes in the stratum spinosum are known as   prickle cells  
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__ in the skin are caused by dermal tears   striae  
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will cause clumping of elastin fibers in dermis & cause skin to become leathery   overexposure to UV light  
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condition that would not be seen from overexposure to UV light   activation of the immune system  
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appears as black and blue marks   hematoma in the skin  
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wounded skin releases large quantities of __ __ that help prevent some infections   protective peptides  
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surgical incision performed on forearm will __ __ __ if incision is made along longitudinal plane rather than transverse plane   heal more readily  
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Because __ __ __ run longitudinally in skin of limbs, incision made parallel to these will result in skin gaping less & healing more readily   lines of cleavage  
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epidermis is __ and relies on capillaries in the underlying connective tissue for its nutrients   avascular  
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account for 5% of all the blood in the body   dermal blood vessels  
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sweat is produced as secretions pass through secretory cells of sweat glands by the process of __, leaving secretory cells __   exocytosis; intact  
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dermal blood vessels not only __, reducing heat loss, but __ __ __ , allowing heat to radiate from body   contract; engorge with blood  
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can correctly be referred to as subcutaneous layer as well as superficial fascia   hypodermis  
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main function of our sparse body hair is to   sense things that lightly touch our skin  
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vitamin D, important in uptake of calcium, is produced in skin from   modified cholesterol molecules  
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to conserve body heat, constriction of blood vessels in dermis causes   warm blood to bypass the skin temporarily  
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new skin lotions have been developed that can __ __ __ before the cells develop into cancer cells   "fix" damaged DNA  
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dermis contains two __ __ areas   histologically separate  
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sensory detection   tactile cells  
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skin anchoring   hypodermis  
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protection from UV radiation   melanin  
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dermal papillae were missing then   friction ridges would be absent  
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