Integumentary System: Diseases & Disorders Flashcards
1
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Chemical Injury
A
Skin burns due to either an acidic or alkali substance
2
Q
Electrical Injury
A
Damage caused by generated electrical current passing through the body
3
Q
Infectious & Inflammatory Disease:
A
Cellulitis & Frost Bite
4
Q
Cellulitis
A
Infection of the skin and soft tissue underneath
5
Q
Frost Bite
A
Injury caused by freezing of the skin & underlying tissues. First your skin becomes very cold & red, then numb, hard & pale.