Lecture 3 Integumentary System Flashcards
1
Q
How many layers does the skin have?
A
2 Layers: Epidermis & Dermis
2
Q
Epidermis is ___ to the Dermis.
A
Superficial
3
Q
The Dermis is ___ to the Epidermis.
A
Deep
4
Q
What is skin also called?
A
Cutaneous Membrane
5
Q
Layer of adipose tissue deep to the dermis is. . .
A
Subcutaneous Tissue
6
Q
Subcutaneous Tissue
A
Layer of adipose tissue deep to the dermis – anchors skin to underlying muscle, insulates, shock absorber.
7
Q
Where is a drug injection site?
A
Subcutaneous Tissue
8
Q
What is typically thicker in Women?
A
Subcutaneous Tissue
