Layers of the Skin
This is the outermost layer of skin responsible for protecting underlying tissues.
Epidermis
This degree of burn involves the epidermis and causes redness without blistering.
What is first degree burn
This common skin condition involves red, itchy patches due to inflammation.
What is eczema
This secretion from sebaceous glands helps keep skin moist and pliable.
Sebum
his type of cell in the epidermis is responsible for the production of melanin, the pigment that colors skin
What are melanocytes?
The middle layer of skin that contains blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue is called what?
Dermis
Blister formation characterizes this type of burn that affects both the epidermis and part of the dermis.
Second degree burn
An accumulation of oil and dead skin cells leading to this clogged pore condition is known as what?
Acne
The skin serves as a barrier against this type of environmental threat.
Infection
Hair and nails are primarily composed of this fibrous protein.
Keratin
This layer beneath the dermis acts as insulation and serves as an energy reserve.
Hypodermis
This is the most severe type of burn, destroying the entire thickness of the skin.
3rd degree burn
This type of skin lesion is a small, solid bump, typically less than 1 cm.
Papule
Protecting the body from UV radiation is a key function of what pigment produced in the skin?
Melanin
This gland type is involved in producing sweat to cool the body.
Eccrine glands
The epidermis is primarily composed of this type of cell.
What are keratinocytes?
This skin injury is an area that has lost its epidermis
What is an ulcer
This type of scar may occur due to excessive tissue growth after an injury.
Keloid scars
Which of the following cells is responsible for producing collagen after an injury?
Fibroblast
These structures are responsible for the sensation of touch in the skin.
Tactile corpuscles
This layer is where hair follicles and sweat glands reside.
What is the dermis
In wound healing, this initial response involves blood clot formation.
What is hemostasis
A fungal infection characterized by a red, scaly rash is known as what?
Ringworm
A buildup of which of the following results in jaundice, a noticeable yellowing of skin and eyes?
Bilirubin
This term refers to the thickened area of the outer epidermis, often caused by friction.
What are callus