Integumentary System AI Flashcards
What is the largest organ in the human body?
Skin
What are the three main layers of the skin?
Epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis
Which layer of the skin contains blood vessels, nerves, and hair follicles?
Dermis
What is the function of sebaceous glands in the skin?
Produce sebum, an oily substance that lubricates the skin and hair
What is the purpose of melanin in the skin?
Provides protection against UV radiation from the sun
What is the medical term for the outermost layer of the epidermis?
Stratum corneum
True or False: The skin plays a role in regulating body temperature.
True
What is the technical term for a skin bruise?
Contusion
Which vitamin is synthesized by the skin when exposed to sunlight?
Vitamin D
What is the function of sweat glands in the skin?
Regulate body temperature by producing sweat
What is the technical term for a skin wound that penetrates the epidermis?
Laceration
Which type of skin cancer is the most common?
Basal cell carcinoma
What is the purpose of the hypodermis layer in the skin?
Insulation and energy storage
What is the medical term for a skin rash?
Dermatitis
Which type of cell in the epidermis is responsible for producing melanin?
Melanocytes
What is the primary function of the epidermis layer in the skin?
Protection against pathogens and UV radiation
True or False: The skin is the largest sensory organ in the body.
True
What is the term for the outermost layer of the epidermis that continually sheds and regenerates?
Stratum corneum
Which layer of the skin contains subcutaneous fat and blood vessels?
Hypodermis
What is the term for a localized collection of pus in the skin?
Abscess
What is the function of hair follicles in the skin?
Produce hair for protection and sensory purposes
Which layer of the epidermis contains actively dividing cells?
Stratum basale
What is the medical term for a skin infection caused by fungi?
Dermatophytosis
True or False: The skin acts as a barrier to prevent water loss from the body.
True
