Skin Basics Flashcards

1
Q

What is the purpose of the skin?

A

To function as a barrier against environmental insults and fluid loss

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What is skin composed of?

A

Dermis and Epidermis

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3
Q

What are the subdivisions of the Epidermis?

A

Stratum basalis (regernative SC layer), Stratum spinosum (desmosomes between keratinocytes), Stratum granulosum (granules in keratinocytes), Stratum corneum (keratin with anucleate cells)

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4
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What is the dermis composed of?

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Connective tissue, nerve endings, blood and lymphatic vessels, and adnexal structures (hair shafts, sweat glands, sebaceous glands)

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