Functions of the Skin:
What is the main vitamin that gets absorbed through the skin?
Vit D
How many times should we exfoliate our skin per week?
1-2 times
What is the phase that occurs directly after injury
Hemostasis
What type of burn occurs when you touch hot metal?
Thermal burn
How is thermoregulation controlled in the skin?
Sweat production
What is the minimum amount of spf needed to protect against UV related aging?
30 spf or higher
What phase occurs when the body responds to injury to prevent infection
Inflammation
What type of burn affects both the epidermis and dermis?
Partial thickness burns
What is the name of the gland that produces oil in the skin and hair?
Sebaceous glands
What foods are high in antioxidants (vitamin A,C, and E)
berries, spinach, and nuts
Collagen deposition is a main part of what phase?
proliferation
What is an example of electrical burns?
Getting hit by lighting or a taser
What sensory receptors recognize touch?
Mechanoreceptors
Which skin serum absorbs environmental moisture and pulls it in our skin?
hyaluronic acid
The remodeling phase of wound healing involves the maturation of what tissue?
scar tissue
Which type of burn is characterized by white, brown, charred, and firm?
full thickness burns
Which of the skin layers are avascular?
Epidermis
Which topical moisturizer improves skin elasticity?
Glycerin
What is the development of new blood vessels known as?
Angiogenesis
Which water based therapy is used to improve circulation, mobility, and patient comfort?
whirlpool baths