Diseases and Disorders
The most dangerous form of skin cancer
Malignant Melanoma
Basic unit of all living matter
Cell
The signs of infection
Heat
Ache
Redness
Pus
Swelling
Outermost layer of the skin containing no blood vessels, known as the Basal Layer
Epidermis
The process by which human tissue cells reproduce
Mitosis
Non-elevated, hyperpigmented spots that are scattered on hands, arms, or the face; also known as moth patches or liver spots
Nerve fibers in the skin which stimulate muscles
Motor Nerves
Bactericidal
Produced by the sudoriferous glands
Sweat
Body system that contracts and moves various parts of the body and supports the skeletal system
Muscular System
Macule
Group of similar cells that perform specific functions
Tissues
Antiseptic
Fatty tissue found beneath the dermis
Subcutaneous Tissue
Skin type with even pore distribution, no greasy areas or flaky skin, few blemishes, and a lack of fine lines
Normal
Contagious, recurring viral infection characterized by fever blisters or cold sores
Herpes Simplex
Physical foundation of the body
Skeletal System
Lowest level of decontamination
Sanitation
Layer where cells develop tiny spines which assist in binding all cells tightly together
Stratum Spinosum
Often due to over-functioning or under-functioning internal glands or organs
Systemic Disease
Wound or mark on the skin that can be considered a disease or a disorder
Lesion
Atrium
The most effective/highest level of infection control
Sterilization
Layer that assists in supplying skin with nutrients and oxygen; deepest layer of the dermis
Reticular Layer
The veins in the skin appear bluish or purple
Cool Undertone