Integumentary System Flashcards
1
Q
The Integumentary System consist of :
A
The skin, hair, and nails.
2
Q
There are only a few procedures pertaining to the hair :
A
So we will focus on the skin and the nails.
3
Q
These structures work together to provide protection from injury, fluid loss and outside elements such as bacteria and viruses.
A
They also provide body temperature regulation, fluid balance and sensation.
4
Q
In the CPT book, the breasts are also included in :
A
The Integumentary System Chapter.
5
Q
Integumentary System
A
Skin
Hair
Nails
CPT - includes Breasts in the Integumentary System
6
Q
There are two layers that make up the human skin;
A
The dermis and the epidermis.
7
Q
Below the dermis is :
A
The subcutaneous layer.
8
Q
The subcutaneous layer is just beneath :
A
The skin and is composed of fatty tissue.
