Ageing and diseases of the skin Flashcards
What happens in ageing?
Decreased sebaceous glands.
Wrinkling.
Decline in body’s ability to cool itself.
What is the name of the rule that measures burn surfaces affected?
The rule of nines.
What is a first degree burn?
A superficial burn that affects only the epidermis.
What is a second degree burn?
A burn that is deeper and effecting both the epidermis and a portion of the dermis.
What is a third degree burn?
A burn that fully extends into the epidermis and dermis destroying tissue and affecting the nerve endings and sensory function.
What is a fourth degree burn?
A burn that extends through the epidermis and dermis reaching to underlying muscle and bone.
What is melanoma?
Cancer characterized by the uncontrolled growth of melanocytes and usually develops in a mole.
What does A stand for in ABCDE?
Asymmetry
What does B stand for in ABCDE?
Borders
What does C stand for in ABCDE?
Colour
What does D stand for in ABCDE?
Diameter
What does E stand for in ABCDE?
Evolving
