Exam 5: Integumentary System

-The figure illustrates the layers of the epidermis. Which layer of the epidermis is "E"?

Another name for a bedsore is ________.

The term "stratum germinativum" is sometimes used to refer to the ________.

A mutation that alters collagen production could render the dermis less effective at maintaining the strength of the skin.

The skin that covers the lateral and proximal edges of the nail is the ________.

Which type of burn appears white or black with no immediate pain?

Indicate the statements that describe erythema. (Check all that apply.)

Which of the following statements explains why decubitus ulcers are of concern in elderly patients?

Papercuts do not bleed because the cuts do not damaged the durable blood vessels of the stratum spinosum.

Which type of burn involves damage to the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue?

As skin cells move toward the surface of the body, they produce a protein that reduces water loss. This process is called ________.

Some acne drugs include peroxides that increase 'peeling' or shedding of skin. The main side effects include drying of the skin, redness, rashes, bleaching and possible hair loss at contact areas. Do these drugs have an effect on the sebum-production?

An increase in body temperature causes

Fingernails are comprised of

Subcutaneous tissue contains of all of the following EXCEPT ________.

An abrasion of the skin results in which of the following?

The blue color of superficial blood vessels results from

Acne is caused by

Which factors can be used to differentiate between eccrine sweat glands and apocrine sweat glands?

The acne-associated bacterium Propionibacterium acnes are found in sebum-rich areas of the skin, such as the arms, palms, and axillary regions.