Anatomy
The 3 layers of the skin (in order from superficial to deep)
Epidermis, Dermis, Hypodermis (subcutaneous)
False
Most common plant(s) that causes contact dermatitis
Poison Ivy/Poison Oak
Name the 3 types of burns
1st Degree, 2nd Degree, 3rd Degree
Name 2 cells contained within the Epidermis
Keratinocytes and Melanocytes
Name 2 properties of the Epidermis
Avascular, waterproof, multiple layers, most superficial, made of epithelial tissue
Albinism
Unusual pigmented growth on skin, cancerous melanocytes
Malignant Melanoma
Name 2 glands in the Dermis
Sudoriferous glands and Sebaceous glands
How do we regulate body heat? (In regard to the integumentary system)
Vasoconstriction and Vasodilation
Bacterial infection most commonly contracted from hospitals, common antibiotics are ineffective against it
MRSA (Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus)
The number one thing that increases your chances to get skin cancer
Tanning beds
A fingernail
What is nociception the sense of?
Damage
The virus that causes Shingles
Varicella-Zoster virus
Waxy white spot on skin, most common skin cancer
Basal cell carcinoma
Name the layers of the Epidermis in order (superficial to deep)
Can't Let Grandma Sun Bathe (Stratum corneum, stratum lucidum*, stratum granulosum, stratum spinosum, stratum basale)
*optional answer, not wrong if not said
DOUBLE JEOPARDY! Explain the steps in Vitamin D production
1. Skin gets exposed to UV rays
2. UV rays react w an enzyme (7-dehydrocholesterol) in epidermis
3. That reactions creates pre-vitamin D
4. pre-vitamin D rearranges to form Vitamin D
Hormone fluctuation causing overproduction of oil in sebaceous glands
Acne vulgaris
Necrotic and ulcerated tissues, caused by extended compression of skin, common in bed-ridden patients
Decubitus Ulcers