Chapter 21 - The Interaugmentary System Flashcards
Derma
Skin
Cutaneous
Pertaining to the skin
Epidermis
Outermost portion of the skin consisting of 4-5 strata (layers) of epithelial cells.
Stratum basale
Deepest layer of the epidermis. Produces new cells
Keratin
Protein that thickens and toughens the skin
Stratum corneum
Outermost layer composed of flat, dead, protective cells that are constantly being shed and replaced.
Melanin
Produced by some cells in the epidermis. Pigment that gives skin color and protects against sunlight
Dermis
Layer beneath the epidermis. Contains connective tissue, nerves, blood vessels, lymphatics, and sensory receptors. Nourishes and supports the skin.
Subcutaneous layer
Beneath the dermis and is mainly composed of connective tissue and fat.
Sudoriferous gland
Sweat gland. Temperature regulation by releasing watery fluid that evaporates to cool the skin
Sebaceous gland
Releases oily fluid called sebum that lubricates the hair and skin and prevents drying.
Arrector pilli
Small muscle attached to the follicle that raises the hair to produce goose bumps.
Eponychium
Nail cuticle. Extension of the epidermis onto the nail.
Derm/o, dermat/o
Skin
Kerat/o
Keratin, horny layer of skin
Melan/o
Dark, black, melanin
Hidr/o
Sweat, perspiration
Seb/o
Sebum, sebaceous gland
Trich/o
Hair
Onych/o
Nail
Bulla
Raised, fluid filled lesion larger than a vesicle
Fissure
Crack or break in the skin
Macule
Flat, colored spot
Nodule
Solid, raised lesion larger than a papule; often indicative of a systemic disease
Papule
Small, circular, raised lesion at the surface of the skin
Plaque
Superficial, flat, or slightly raised differentiated patch more than 1cm in diameter