Skin Deep
This layer of the skin is made up of living cells and is responsible for constantly regenerating the skin.
What is the epidermis?
This clinical condition presents in flakes of the scalp falling in large bits.
What is dandrift ?
This is the medical term for excessive sweating.
What is hyperhidrosis?
This is the correct way to abbreviate the term patient.
What is " pt " ?
This procedure is used to help close wounds for proper healing.
What are stiches/sutures?
This layer of the skin contains blood vessels, nerves, and glands.
What is the dermis?
This is the structure that surrounds the base of the hair.
What is the hair follicle?
These glands in the skin produce sweat to help regulate body temperature.
What are eccrine (sweat) glands?
CBC most commonly refers to this when expanded.
What is a complete blood count?
SPF stands for this.
What is sun protection factor?
This type of cell in the epidermis is responsible for producing melanin, which gives color to the skin.
What are melanocytes?
This type of hair cell is responsible for producing the hair shaft and hair pigments.
What are melanocytes?
Sweat contains a variety of electrolytes, primarily containing this.
What is sodium?
PT is to remain NPO Q3D can be expanded properly to this.
What is " nothing by mouth for three days "
This class of medications are used to reduce immune system responses, one example is hydrocortisone.
What are topical steroids?
This is the name of the protein that makes up the majority of the skin and provides strength and waterproofing.
What is collagen?
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What is alopecia?
Sweat contains a variety of electrolytes, the second most abundant would be this.
What is potassium ?
PT PCP Dx of dry skin can be better as.
What is "patient's primary care physician diagnoses is of dry skin" ?
This allergy test takes around 48 hours to perform, but does not include piercing the skin.
What is the allergen patch test.
This specific variation of a protien is critical to hair and nail creation.
This infection can be easily acquired by sharing hats, especially in children.
What are head lice (louse)?
This is the name of the condition where a person does not produce enough sweat and has difficulty regulating body temperature.
What is anhidrosis?
PT Hx of ALGY to PCN RX of Benadryl to follow. Rx 1 TAB PO Q 4-6 H can be better expanded to this.
What is the patient history of allergy to penicillin, prescription reads take one tablet by mouth every 4-6 hours
This layer of skin provides insulation via this layer.
What is the adipose (fat) layer?