a&p Skin Conditions Flashcards
1
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Cyanosis
A
bluish coloration of the skin; low oxygen in blood.
2
Q
Flushed skin
A
reddish pink coloration of the skin; blood vessels dilate to release heat.
3
Q
Jaundice
A
yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes.
4
Q
Vitiligo
A
skin loses color due to loss of melanocytes.
5
Q
Addisons
A
causes skin to darken due to large secretion of ACTH. (hormone)
6
Q
Rickets
A
softening of the bones.
7
Q
Pallor
A
pale skin; blood supply is temporarily reduced.
