Chapter 5 The Integumentary System Flashcards
integumentary system
the entire surface area of the body
dermis
inner layer of connective tissues
epidermis
outer layer of epithelium
subcutaneous
below the skin
what is the primary function of the skin?
protection
dermatology
medical field that specializes in the health and disease of the integumentary system
abrasion
superficial wound
abscess
elevation of the skin containing a cavity
cellulite
uneven surfaces of the skin created by subcutaneous fat deposition
cicatrix
a scar
comedo
a pimple
contusion
bruise
cyanosis
condition of blue
cyst
closed sac filled with liquid
edema
fluid accumulation (swelling)
erythema
redness of the skin
fissure
narrow break or split in the skin
furuncle
access associated with a hair follicle
induration
hard area on the skin
jaundice
abnormal yellow coloration of the skin or eyes
keloid
overgrowth of scar tissue
laceration
a cut by a sharp object
macule
discolored flat spot on the skin
nevus
pigmented spot (mole)
pallor
abnormal pale color of the skin
papule
small, solid elevation of the skin
petechiae
small red or purple dots on the skin
pruritus
itch