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Integumentary Terms Flashcards

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Xeroderma

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • Definition: General term for dry skin
  • Components: Xero (dry), derma (skin)
  • Significance: Applies to any type of dry skin condition
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Eczema

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • Definition: Severe form of dermatitis (skin inflammation)
  • Causes: Autoimmune response or allergic reaction
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Psoriasis (Plaque Psoriasis)

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • Definition: Autoimmune condition causing dry, itchy patches
  • Triggers: Illness, stress
  • Management: Prescription medications; no complete cure
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Cellulitis

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • Definition: Inflammation of the dermis caused by bacterial infection
  • Risks: Without antibiotic treatment, can become life-threatening
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Alopecia

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • Causes: Male pattern baldness (genetic), illness, stress, mechanical stress, autoimmune disorders
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Onychomycosis

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • Definition: Fungal infection of fingernails or toenails
  • Characteristics: Thick, brittle, yellowish nails
  • Treatment: Prescription or over-the-counter preparations
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Nevus

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • Birthmark or Mole
  • Monitoring: No worry unless appearance changes
  • Tip: Use pictures for comparison over time
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Acne

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • Sebaceous Glands Infection
  • Cause: Excessive oil production, bacterial breeding
  • Common and treatable
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Impetigo

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • Definition: Staph or strep infection, common in young children
  • Characteristics: Highly contagious, red blisters in nose and upper lip
  • Treatment: Antibiotics shorten infection duration
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Laceration

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • Skin Cut or Tear
  • Depth: May require stitches or skin glue if deep into the dermis
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Abrasion

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • Skin Scrape or Scratch
  • Examples: From a scraped knee to road burn from falling off a motorcycle
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Lesion

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • Affected Skin Patch
  • Examples: Bee sting lesions, measles spots
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Urticaria

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • Allergic Hives
  • Causes: Allergen ingestion or skin contact
  • Management: Wash contact area, avoid allergens
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Ecchymosis

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • Bruise
  • Cause: Sudden pressure leading to blood vessel rupture
  • Concern: Individuals on blood thinners need to avoid bruising
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Burns: 1st Degree

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • The epidermis is affected. This results in redness and soreness, but no blistering
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Burns: 2nd Degree

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • Involves both the epidermis and the dermis. The burn has gone into the layer of skin where we find blood vessels and nerves
  • Blistering occurs and this type of burn is painful because nerves are damaged
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Burns: 3rd Degree

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • The epidermis, dermis, and fat layer have been damaged
  • This type of burn is extremely serious and, although not as painful as a second degree burn because the nerves have been destroyed, a person can quickly go into shock
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Decubitus Ulcer

Integumentary (Skin) System Complaints

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  • Bedsores
  • Occurrence: Common in elderly, bedridden, or nursing home patients
  • Risks: Infection, sepsis; requires good wound care
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Dermatologist

Specialist

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  • Skin specialist
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Dermabrasion

Procedures

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  • Definition: Chemical or mechanical removal of the epidermis
  • Methods: Chemical peels, creams (chemical) or rough washcloth, laser (mechanical)
  • Purpose: Removes imperfections by shedding the top layer of dead skin cells
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Debridement

Procedures

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  • Definition: Removal of damaged tissue, dead tissue, or foreign objects from the skin
  • Application: Common after third-degree burns to eliminate dead skin and tissue
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Lumpectomy

Procedures

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  • Definition: Surgical removal of a lump from the breast
  • Note: Further discussion in the Oncology section
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Mammoplasty

Procedures

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  • Definition: Surgical repair of the breast
  • Types: Involves breast implants or breast reduction surgery
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Mammogram

Procedures

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  • Definition: Record or picture of the breast
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Mastectomy

Procedures

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  • Definition: Excision or removal of the entire breast

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