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Integumentary System (chapter 6) Flashcards

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The outermost layer of the skin that provides protection against pathogens and physical injury?

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Epidermis

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The layer of skin beneath the epidermis that contains blood vessels, nerves, and glands?

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Dermis

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The layer of fat beneath the dermis that helps insulate the body and store energy?

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Subcutaneous fascia

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Structures in the skin that secrete substances such as sweat and oil?

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Glands

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The medical term for hair loss, which can be caused by various factors?

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Alopecia

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The roles performed by the integumentary system, including protection, sensory reception, body temperature regulation, nutrient storage, substance absorption, waste excretion, and production of vitamin D and melanin?

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Functions

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The defense mechanism of the integumentary system against pathogens and physical injury?

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Protection

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The ability of the integumentary system to receive and interpret stimuli from the environment?

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Sensory

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The maintenance of internal body temperature through processes such as sweating and shivering?

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Body temperature regulation

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The function of the integumentary system to hold nutrients and water for the body?

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Storage

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The uptake of substances from the environment through the skin?

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Absorption

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The elimination of waste products through the integumentary system, primarily through sweat?

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Excretion

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The synthesis of vitamin D and melanin by the integumentary system?

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Production

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The coloration of the skin, which is determined by the amount of melanin present?

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Pigmentation

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The dark pigment responsible for the color of the skin, hair, and eyes?

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Melanin

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A person with a congenital absence of pigment, resulting in very pale or white skin, hair, and eyes?

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Albino

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Irregularities or disorders of the skin, such as erythema, jaundice, cyanosis, skin eruptions, macules, papules, vesicles, pustules, crusts, wheals, ulcers, and cysts?

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Abnormalities

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The redness of the skin, often caused by inflammation or increased blood flow?

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Erythema

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The yellowing of the skin and eyes, usually indicating liver or gallbladder problems?

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Jaundice

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The bluish discoloration of the skin, lips, and nails, typically caused by low oxygen levels in the blood?

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Cyanosis

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Rashes or lesions on the skin, which can be caused by various factors such as infections or allergies?

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Skin eruptions

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Flat, discolored spots on the skin, often seen in conditions like vitiligo or freckles?

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Macules

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Small, raised bumps on the skin, commonly seen in conditions like acne or insect bites?

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Papules

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Fluid-filled blisters on the skin, often caused by conditions like herpes or chickenpox?

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Vesicles

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Pus-filled bumps on the skin, commonly seen in conditions like acne or impetigo?

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Pustules

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Scabs formed from dried blood or pus on the skin, typically seen in healing wounds or infections?

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Crusts

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Raised, itchy areas of the skin, often caused by allergic reactions or insect bites?

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Wheals

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Open sores on the skin, which can be caused by conditions like pressure ulcers or venous leg ulcers?

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Ulcers

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A fluid-filled sac beneath the skin, often benign but can sometimes be associated with tumors or infections?

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Cyst

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Various conditions affecting the skin, including acne vulgaris, athlete’s foot, skin cancer, dermatitis, eczema, impetigo, psoriasis, ringworm, and warts?

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Disease and abnormalities of skin

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A common skin condition characterized by pimples, usually caused by hormonal changes and clogged pores?

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Acne vulgaris

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A fungal infection of the skin on the feet, often causing itching, burning, and peeling of the skin?

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Athlete’s foot

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Malignant growths on the skin, usually caused by excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun or tanning beds?

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Skin cancer

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Inflammation of the skin, often resulting in redness, itching, and swelling, caused by various factors such as allergies or irritants?

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Dermatitis

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A chronic skin condition causing itching and rash, often associated with allergies or genetic factors?

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Eczema

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A highly contagious bacterial skin infection, characterized by red sores that quickly turn into blisters, commonly seen in children?

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Impetigo

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A chronic autoimmune condition causing scaly patches on the skin, often accompanied by itching and pain?

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Psoriasis

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A fungal infection causing circular patches with raised edges on the skin, often seen on the scalp, body, or feet?

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Ringworm

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Benign growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), often appearing on the hands, feet, or genital area?

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Warts

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Ways to get Skin Cancer

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Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays, exposure of changes in you skin, overexposure to tanning beds, or Genetics

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How could you prevent skin cancer?

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Use sunscreen with a SPF of 15 or higher, wearing protective clothing, no use of indoor tanning, checking the skin for any changes or any blotches/ discolored areas

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Ways to get Impetigo

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It can be through a break in healthy skin – such as a cut, insect bite or other injury . Impetigo can also be transferred by skin damaged and other
skin condition, such as head lice, scabies or eczema

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How can you prevent impetigo?

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● Washing your hands
● Doing laundry often
● Having a clean body and hair
(Since impetigo can be spread through direct contact is important to keep the affected person clean)

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Ways to get Ringworm

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Ringworm is caused by common mold-like parasites that live on the cells in the outer layer on your skin.

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How could you prevent ringworm?

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1.Keep your skin clean and dry
2. Wear shoes that allow air to
circulate
3. Don’t walk barefoot in areas such
as public locker rooms or showers
4. Nail hygiene (keep them short &
clean)
5. Personal hygiene (clothing,
towels, sheets)
6. Washing your hands

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Ways to get Shingles

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No vaccinations with chickenpox could cause the body to get infected and get a painful rash

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How can you prevent shingles?

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Recombinant zoster vaccine (RZV, Shingrix) is the recommended vaccine to prevent shingles and related complications

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