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The outermost strata of the epidermis

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STRATUM CORNEUM

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It is mostly dead cells, filled with a protein substance called keratin.

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STRATUM CORNEUM

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This layer of skin may not be even exist in thinner skin such as the skin of the under eye or eyelids.

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STRATUM LUCIDUM

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The cells in this layer contains dead or dying cells.

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STRATUM LUCIDUM

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This layer contains irregular granules of keratohyalin.

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STRATUM GRANULUSOM

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This layer consists of polygonal cells. It also plays a part in providing nourishment and immunity to the skin.

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STRATUM SPINOSUM

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It is the deepest layer of the epidermis.

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STRATUM BASALE

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This layer is composed of single layer of columnar epithelial cells that includes keratinocytes, melanocytes, tactile cells (Merkel cells), and nonpigmented granular dendrocytes (Langerhans cells).

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STRATUM BASALE

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This layer of skin contains nerves, nerve endings, blood vessels, lymphatics, sebaceous & sweat glands, elastic fibers, and hair follicles.

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DERMIS

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Name the two divisions of the DERMIS.

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STRATUM PAPILLAROSUM &STRATUM RETICULOROSUM

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T or F

  1. SKIN APPENDAGES serve as a buffer and consists of loose connective tissue, blood vessels, & adipose cells.
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F (SUBCUTANEOUS TISSUES)

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Name 6 skin appendages.

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  1. HAIRS
  2. NAILS
  3. SWEAT GLANDS
  4. SEBACEOUS GLANDS
  5. MAMARY GLANDS
  6. CERUMINOUS GLANDS
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T or F

  1. The integumentary glands have a vital role in body protection and HOMEOSTASIS MAINTENANCE.
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T

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T or F

  1. The INTEGRITY of the ENDOCRINE SYSTEM refers to the ability of the skin to serve as a barrier to environmental threats.
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F (integumentary system)

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Define the primary characteristics of a normal skin as compared to oily and dry skin.

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A normal skin is elastic, soft, & well-moisturized. On the other hand, dry skin lacks moisture & tend to be rough. Oily skin tends to be greasy with excessive sebum production.

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T or F

  1. An increase in sebum production increases the tendency for BACTERIAL INFECTION.
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T

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Cite 4 other skin types other than previously mentioned.

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  1. COMBINATION
  2. SENSITIVE
  3. ABNORMAL
  4. AGING SKIN
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In aging skin, the epidermis usually becomes _____ & _____. This is because the skin does not produce melanin pigment evenly.

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uneven & irregular

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T or F

  1. With aging skin, the DERMIS usually hardens and becomes insoluble.
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T

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For aging skin, the subcutaneous tissue becomes ___ & ___ with prominent veins.

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thin & vulnerable

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T or F

  1. As we age, sebum production DECREASES, making the skin appendages dehydrated.
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T

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T or F

IN AGING SKIN:

  1. Sebum production decreases.
  2. Sweat gland activity decreases.
  3. Wound healing capacity is reduced.
  4. Skin’s immune function increases.
  5. Vitamin D synthesis increases.
  6. Bone synthesis decreases.
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4, 5 (F)

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Hypogranulosis is usually seen in patients with?

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  1. Psoriasis

2. Bowen’s disease

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Hypergranulosis and Hypogranulosis affects which level of the skin?

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STRATUM GRANULOSUM

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Parakeratosis is seen in patients with?
1. Lupus erythematosus | 2. Warts
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Hyperkeratosis is seen in patients with?
1. Lichen planus
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Acanthosis is seen in patients with?
1. Warts 2. Psoriasis 3. Allergies 4. Nummular eczema
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Reticular ballooning is characterized by a mesh-like appearance and is seen in patients with?
Herpes zoster & other viral infection
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Name 2 conditions that effects the STRATUM CORNEUM.
1. Hyperkeratosis | 2. Parakeratosis
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This condition usually affects the Malpighian layers of the skin and causes it to thicken.
ACANTHOSIS
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This condition is the opposite of acanthosis, where in it thins the Malpighian layers of the skin.
EPIDERMAL ATROPHY
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Epidermal atrophy is seen in patients with?
1. Poi kilo derma
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This condition refers to the marked thickening of the outer layer of skin.
HYPERKERATOSIS
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Incomplete keratinization of the keratinocytes in the STRATUM CORNEUM.
PARAKERATOSIS
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This condition causes a dark discoloration in body folds such as armpits, neck, or groin. This usually also affects those who are overweight or with unstable hormone levels.
ACANTHOSIS
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Patients with this condition present with sponge-like appearance of skin.
SPONGIOSIS
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This refers to the degeneration & thinning of epidermis & dermis; usual manifestation of aging.
EPIDERMAL ATROPHY
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This is the most common cutaneous skin symptom that patients complain of.
PRURITUS
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T or F 1. Pruritus is usually indicative of possible SYSTEMIC PROBLEMS.
T
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Pruritus is indicative of possible systemic condition. Name 3 of which.
1. Diabetes mellitus 2. Drug hypersensitivity 3. Hyperthyroidism
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PRIMARY LESIONS This refers to the changes in the color of skin.
MACULE
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SECONDARY LESIONS Small in pityriasis.
Scales
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PRIMARY LESIONS This refers to a small, solid elevation of lesser than 5mm.
Papule
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PRIMARY LESIONS This refers to a solid elevation of greater than 5mm.
Nodule
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SECONDARY LESIONS This refers to the small lesions with punctate or linear shapes. This is a lesion of traumatic nature with epidermal loss in a generally linear shape.
Excoriation
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SECONDARY LESIONS This refers to the bursting of vesicles.
Erosion
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SECONDARY LESIONS This refers to skin loss extending though the epidermis and part of the dermis.
Ulcer
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PRIMARY LESIONS This refers to blisters that are greater that 1 cm in size, with bullous pemphigus.
Bulla
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PRIMARY LESIONS This refers to small blisters that are lesser than 1 cm in size.
Vesicle
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PRIMARY LESIONS This refers to the presence of pus.
Pustule
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SECONDARY LESIONS This refers to a linear cleavage that may extend to the dermis.
Fissure
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SECONDARY LESIONS This refers to an overgrowth of dense fibrous tissue that usually develops after healing of a skin injury.
Keloid
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PRIMARY LESIONS This refers to epidermal nodules.
Cyst
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PRIMARY LESIONS This refers to temporary papules or plaques.
Wheal
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PRIMARY LESIONS This refers to elevated skin that is 2 cm in diameter.
Plaques
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This usually caused by damaged or broken blood vessels as a result of a direct blow to the skin.
Contusions/bruise
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T or F ECCHYMOSIS refers to a localized collection of blood, usually clothed, in a tissue or organ.
F (Hematoma)
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T or F EXCORIATION refers to the skin discoloration caused by the escape of blood into the tissues from ruptured blood vessels.
F (Ecchymosis)
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T or F LACERATION describes an injury involving penetration of the skin, in which the wound is deeper than the superficial skin level.
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This refers to a wound accompanied by disruption of the body surface that extends into the underlying tissue or into a body cavity.
PENETRATING WOUND
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T or F PETECHIAE refers to this tiny red spots in the skin which do not blanch when pressed upon. This is usually a result from blood leaking from capillaries into the skin (<3mm in diameter).
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TYPE OF EXUDATE This type presents as clear, light color with a thin, watery consistency. Considered normal.
Serous
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TYPE OF EXUDATE This type presents as red with a thin, watery consistency. Indicative of new blood vessel growth or the disruption of blood vessels.
Sanguineous
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TYPE OF EXUDATE This type presents a light pink/red color, with a thin, watery consistency. Can be normal in a healthy healing wound.
Serosanguinous
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TYPE OF EXUDATE This type presents as an opaque, yellow or tan color, with a thin, watery consistency. May be an early warning sign of an impeding infection.
Seropurulent
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TYPE OF EXUDATE This type presents as a yellow/green color with a thick viscous consistency. Generally an indicator of wound infection.
Purulent
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Name the 5 basic components of dermatologic diagnosis.
1. General diagnosis 2. Physical examination 3. Skin tests 4. Microbiological examination 5. Skin biopsy

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