Layers And Fuctions Of The Skin Flashcards
How many sub layers are in the epidermis
There are 5
Name the 5 sub layers of the epidermis
Stratum Corneum. Stratum Lucidium. Stratum Granulosum. Stratum Spinosum. Stratum Germinativum.
Name the layers of the skin.
Epidermis
Dermis
Hypodermis
Name the 4 skin types
Oily
Dry
Combination
Normal
Name the 3 skin conditions.
Sensitive
Dehydrated
Mature
What is another name for the hypodermis?
Subcutaneous layer
What does the word effleurage mean and in what language?
A French word, meaning to skim or touch lightly.
What are the overall benefits of using a face mask on your clients?
Refined pores. Increases hydration. Diminishes lines. Evens skin tone. Helps increase firmness. Tailor made treatment
What is a carbuncle?
A cluster of boils
What is utracaria?
A rash of red welts on the skin that itch and swell from a reaction to specific foods.
What is seborrhoea?
Excessive discharge of sebum from the sebaceous glands.
Where is the stratum Cornium?
The outer most layer( contains keratin)
Describe the stratum lucidum and it’s function
Clear thin layer of dead skin cells
Describe the stratum granulosum
The granular layer that helps form a waterproof layer preventing fluid loss.
Describe the Stratum spinosum
Spinous layer (prickle cell layer) protects against abrasions and penetration.
Describe the stratum Germinivatum
The basil layer produces new cells that move up and replace sloughing dead cells
What is the Langehans cell?
Helps to prevent infections
What is the function of the Melanocyle cell?
Produces melanin
I which layer of the skin will you find the arrector pili muscle?
The Derims
The skin regulates heat through..
a, vasodilation and sebum production.
b,sweating and sebum production.
c, sebum and arrector pili muscle muscle relaxation.
d,arrector pili muscle contraction and sweating.
D arrector pili muscle contraction and sweating
What does the skin produce when exposed to UV light.
Melanin and vit D
One of the main functions of the skin is sensation which includes….
A, temp, sweating,pain and touch
B, pain,pressure, shivering and touch
C, pressure, touch, melanisation and pain.
D, touch, pressure, temperature and pain
D, touch, pressure, temperature and pain
What protects the skin against bacterial and fungal infections?
Acid mantle
Why do sebaceous glands secrete sebum on the skins surface?
To lubricate and soften the skin and hair.
Elimination is when the sweat glands excrete waste products by the process of what?
Perspiration
What substances can be absorbed through the skin?
Oils and medication
What are the 7 functions of the skin?
Sensation Heat regulation Absorption Protection Excretion Secretion Absorbs vit D
