Chapter 9 Skin Hair Nails Flashcards
1
Q
What is the epidermis?
A
Outermost layer of skin
2
Q
What is the dermis?
A
Underneath the epidermis. Touch temp pressure and contain nerves.
3
Q
Subcutaneous layer?
A
Underneath the dermis. Stores fat generates heat. Provides temperature regulation.
4
Q
Jaundice is a sign of what organ failure?
A
Liver
5
Q
Edema can be indicative of what health issues?
A
Heart or renal disease
6
Q
Where do you check for cyanosis
A
Nail beds lips eat lobes and oral mucosa palms soles conjunctiva
7
Q
What is the Braden Scale?
A
A scale to asses pressure sores.
8
Q
Which areas are most susceptible to pressure ulcers?
A
Occipital, ears or pinna, ischial tuberosity, trochanter area of hip, ankles and heels.
