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Chapter 22 – Integumentary System and Pathologies Flashcards

1
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Which substance waterproofs the skin?
A. Melanin
B. Carotene
C. Keratin
D. Cerumen

A

Keratin

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Which receptors are responsible for detecting light touch?
A. Golgi tendon organs
B. Meissner corpuscles
C. Pacinian corpuscles
D. Free nerve endings

A

Meissner corpuscles

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Which receptors are responsible for detecting deep pressure?
A. Pacinian corpuscles
B. Muscle spindles
C. Tendon organs
D. Meissner corpuscles

A

Pacinian corpuscles

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4
Q

Which skin condition is contagious?
A. Seborrheic dermatitis
B. Decubitus ulcer
C. Impetigo
D. Psoriasis

A

Impetigo

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5
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A massage practitioner notes the client has pallor. Which skin characteristic does this term represent?
A. Dryness
B. Blue tint
C. Roughness
D. Paleness

A

Paleness

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Which condition is a fungal infection?
A. Athlete’s foot
B. Gout
C. Seborrheic dermatitis
D. Wart

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Athlete’s foot

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Q

Plantar warts are caused by:
A. bacteria
B. fungi
C. protozoa
D. viruses

A

viruses

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Which condition is a localized injury to the skin and underlying tissues, usually over a bony prominence from sustained pressure?
A. Fever blister
B. Furuncle
C. Decubitus ulcer
D. Eczema

A

Decubitus ulcer

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9
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Which condition is a fungal infection of the skin?
A. Impetigo
B. Ringworm
C. Furuncle
D. Psoriasis

A

Ringworm

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10
Q

Which condition appears as cold sores on the skin and mucous membranes?
A. Impetigo
B. Ringworm
C. Herpes simplex
D. Decubitus ulcer

A

Herpes simplex

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11
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What is the largest organ of the body?
A. Liver
B. Skin
C. Brain
D. Heart

A

Skin

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12
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A statement describing bruises is that they are:
A. locally contraindicated until they turn greenish yellow.
B. locally contraindicated until they have completely resolved.
C. an absolute contraindication.
D. never contraindicated.

A

locally contraindicated until they turn greenish yellow.

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13
Q

Which massage approach is appropriate for stretch marks?
A. Hacking tapotement
B. Myofascial release
C. Light pressure
D. Transverse friction

A

Light pressure

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14
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Which term means increased local blood flow?
A. Ischemia
B. Hematuria
C. Hyperemia
D. Polyuria

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Hyperemia

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15
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A massage practitioner notices a large mole on a client’s posterior arm, which has changed to a darker color over the past few visits. What is the most appropriate course of action?
A. Add tea tree essential oil to the massage lubricant and proceed with the session
B. Proceed with the session and say nothing since moles are non-contagious
C. Ask if the client is aware of it and recommend medical evaluation
D. Apply hot pack over the area for 20 minutes, then perform deep friction

A

Ask if the client is aware of it and recommend medical evaluation

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16
Q

What are the stages of wound healing, scar formation, and scar maturation?
A. Conditioning, endurance, and flexibility
B. Inflammation, evaluation, and regeneration
C. Inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling
D. Conditioning, remodeling, and flexibility

A

Inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling

17
Q

Which organ helps regulate body temperature?
A. Kidney
B. Liver
C. Skin
D. Lung

A

Skin

18
Q

During the intake of a new client, he discloses he has severe psoriasis on his back. Which approach is appropriate?
A. Explain the condition is contagious and massage will be postponed until it resolves
B. Ask him to cleanse the area thoroughly with antibacterial soap then massage the area
C. Don disposable gloves and proceed with the massage
D. Proceed with the massage and avoid areas of broken skin

A

Proceed with the massage and avoid areas of broken skin

19
Q

Which substance darkens skin?
A. Keratin
B. Melanin
C. Carotene
D. Melatonin

A

Melanin

20
Q

After the application of skin rolling on a client’s back, the massage practitioner notices the area is now red. This may be the result of:
A. ischemia.
B. hypertrophy.
C. hyperemia.
D. recruitment.

A

hyperemia.

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Which approach is appropriate for a client with eczema?
A. Treat this condition as an absolute contraindication
B. Adjust pressure for comfort and avoid broken skin areas
C. Be sure and treat linens as contaminated
D. Avoid nut oils to reduce an adverse reaction

A

Adjust pressure for comfort and avoid broken skin areas

22
Q

Which layers are associated with the skin from superficial to deep?
A. Dermis - Epidermis - Subcutaneous
B. Subcutaneous - Dermis - Epidermis
C. Dermis - Subcutaneous - Epidermis
D. Epidermis - Dermis - Subcutaneous

A

Epidermis - Dermis - Subcutaneous

23
Q

Which gland is exocrine?
A. Sudoriferous gland
B. Pituitary gland
C. Pineal gland
D. Parathyroid gland

A

Sudoriferous gland

24
Q

What is a carbuncle?
A. Type of ganglion cyst
B. Large boil formed by smaller boils
C. Infection caused by dermatophytes
D. Stage four skin ulcer

A

Large boil formed by smaller boils

25
Q

Which vitamin is activated by UV rays in sunlight?
A. A
B. C
C. D
D. E

A

Vitamin D

26
Q

Which is a contagious bacterial infection?
A. Impetigo
B. Eczema
C. Psoriasis
D. Shingles

A

Impetigo

27
Q

A client states she has shingles and the lesions have scabbed over. Which treatment approach is appropriate?
A. Postpone the massage until the lesions have disappeared
B. Proceed with the massage and use skin rolling to gently loosen and remove the scabs
C. Proceed with the massage and treat the affected area as a local contraindication
D. Postpone massage until medical clearance is given

A

Proceed with the massage and treat the affected area as a local contraindication

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Q

Which term is used to describe decubitus ulcers?
A. Athlete’s foot
B. Bedsores
C. Plantar warts
D. Psoriasis

A

Bedsores

29
Q

Which approach is an appropriate treatment plan for a person with a decubitus ulcer?
A. Percussion followed by heat application
B. Cross fiber friction followed by ice application
C. Skin rolling over the affected area to reduce fibrosis
D. Local massage is contraindicated

A

Local massage is contraindicated

30
Q

Hyperemia is related to which of the following body system?
A. Integumentary
B. Endocrine
C. Respiratory
D. Skeletal

A

Integumentary

31
Q

Which gland is responsible for sweat?
A. Eccrine
B. Sebaceous
C. Ceruminous
D. Lacrimal

A

Eccrine

32
Q

Which of the following glands secrete oily substance into hair follicles?
A. Sebaceous glands
B. Eccrine glands
C. Apocrine glands
D. Sudoriferous glands

A

Sebaceous glands

33
Q

Which of the following glands are responsible for regulating body temperature?
A. Pineal
B. Ceruminous
C. Sebaceous
D. Sudoriferous

A

Sudoriferous

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