Intergumentry System Flashcards
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The functions of the integumentary system include(6)
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Regulates body temp, stores blood, protects body from external environment, detects cutaneous sensation, excretes and absorbs substances, and synthesizes vitamin D
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Integumentary system is composed of
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Skin, hair, oil and sweat gland, nails and sensory receptors
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Skin also know as
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Cutaneous membrane
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Cutaneous membrane consists of two main parts
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Epidermis and dermis
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Epidermis
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The superficial, thinner portion, which is composed of epithelial tissue
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Dermis
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The deeper thicker connective tissue portion
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Deep to the dermis but not part of the skin
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Subcutaneous layer
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Subcutaneous layer also called
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Hypodermis
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What is not part of the skin
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Subcutaneous layer
