Skin Structure
What is the largest organ of the body?
Skin
Thinnest
Much of the water that the body needs can come from many sources, including _____ and ______.
Foods; Drinks
Which of the following is NOT considered a contagious skin disease?
A. Shingles B. Psoriasis
C. Athlete's foot D. Warts
Psoriasis
The best sources of ___________ are eggs, beef liver, carrots, sweet potato, kale, and spinach.
Vitamin A
What is the name of the physician engaged in the practice of treating the skin?
Dermatologist
How long is the skin renewal process?
25 to 28 days
Evolution
What type of skin inflammation appears as a swollen red area that feels hot and tender?
Cellulitis
Which vitamin enables the body to properly absorb and use calcium?
Vitamin D
Continued repeated pressure on any part of the skin can cause it to thicken and develop into what?
Callus
Which layer of the skin is home to oil glands and elastin?
Reticular
Which type of disorder of the sudoriferous glands is characterized by sweating even when the temperature is cool?
Hyperhidrosis
How much sun exposure should we get each day for vitamin D synthesis?
10 minutes
Skin care products formulated with vitamins A and C are related to what function of the skin?
Absorption
A person whose internal temperature is about 98.6 degrees F has what proper skin function?
Heat Regualtion
What factor is responsible for 15% of how skin ages?
Heredity
What is a condition characterized by increased pigmentation on the skin or dark spots that are NOT elevated?
Chloasma
Contact dermatitis
The best sources of B vitamins are all of the following EXCEPT what?
A. Soy C. Bananas
B. Seafood D. Leafy greens
Soy
What is the best defense against pollutants?
A skin care routine
What factor is responsible for 80% to 85% of how skin ages?
Sun exposure
What can lead to telangiectasias with overuse?
Alcohol
_______ is milky-white spots of the skin; they are hereditary.
Vitiligo
Vitamin K