Ch. 9: Skin, Hair, & Nails Flashcards
1
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Tissue integrity refers to
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the intactness and function of the skin, hair, and nails
2
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The integumentary system is comprised of
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skin, hair, nails, sweat glands, and sebaceous glands
3
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Primary function of the skin
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to protect the body from invasion by bacteria and foreign substances
4
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3 main components of the skin
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- the epidermis; the outermost layer of the skin
- the dermis; a layer which is highly vascular and regulates body temperature, it also contains sensory nerve fibers, which provide reactions to touch, pain, and temperature
- the hypodermis; subcutaneous layer composed of fat that helps with heat regulation and provides protection against injury
5
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Hair, nails, and glands are known as
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appendages, which are formed at the junction of the epidermis and dermis
6
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Pruritis
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itching
7
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Patients with limited mobility are at an increased risk for
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skin breakdown
8
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Bacterial infections can cause skin conditions such as
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cellulitis, impetigo, folliculitis, and abscesses
9
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The most common cancer is
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skin cancer