Temperature
What does temperature measure?
The balance between heat produced and heat lost
derm/o
Skin
Which part of the skin is the outermost layer?
Epidermis
The epidermis is made up of ______ skin cells.
dead
What is the normal body temperature range
97-100 degrees F
Cutane/o
Skin
Which part of the skin is the innermost layer?
Hypodermis
What glands produce an oil that keeps the skin and hair soft and also acts as a barrier against bacteria?
Sebaceous
Where should the thermometer be located in the patient's mouth for an oral reading?
Under the tongue, toward the side of the mouth
onych/o
Fingernail or toenail
What layer of the skin is the hair follicle found?
Dermis
In which condition does the skin have a bluish color?
Cyanosis
Your patient has an oral temperature reading of 92.8°F. What should you do?
Alert the physician immediately
seb/o
Sebum
Which layer of the skin has nerve endings
Dermis
In which condition does the skin have a yellow color?
Jaundice
The use of plastic covers on thermometers are used to prevent the spread of
Infection
Xer/o
Dry
what is the subcutaneous layer of the skin is made up of
adipose tissue
What is the pigment that absorbs ultraviolet light to tan the skin?
Melanin