Skin Care Flashcards
What is skin physiology?
Study of the skin functions
What is Skin Histology?
Microscopic study of skin tissue
What is dermatology?
The study of skin structure, functions, disease treatments
What is a dermatologist?
A physician who diagnose and treat disease
What are the 6 functions of the skin?
Protection, absorption, secretion, excretion, regulation, sensation
What is keratin?
the primary component of skin cells is a protein
What are the two types of keratin
hard and soft
What is the epidermis?
the outermost layer of skin; composed of keratinocytes
What is stratum corneum?
the toughest layer of epidermis; 1st passway into skin
What is stratum lucidum?
found throughout the body in palms of hand and soles of feet
What is stratum granulosum?
Regular shaped and resemble tiny granules
What is the stratum spinosum?
often called the spiny layer because of intercellular connection
What is stratum germinativum?
basal layer; basal cells divide through a process called mitosis
What is Dermis?
Referred to as true skin
Where are mass cells located?
Inside dermis
What is Papillary dermis?
1st layer of dermis; lies directly beneath epidermis.
What are lesions?
a change in the structure of skin tissue
What are the primary lesions?
change the structure of skin during early stages
What is a macule?
discoloration of skin surface known as freckles
What is wheal?
Welt; Solid formation above skin
What is a pustule?
a small inflamed elevation
What is a cyst?
the abnormal membranous sac containing a gaseous liquid
What are secondary lesions?
skin lesions that appear as a condition or disease
What is excoriation?
mechanical abrasion of the epidermis; (scales, insect bites are scratched)
