Subcutaneous Tissues and Integument Flashcards
1
Q
Of, or affecting the skin.
A
Cutaneous
2
Q
Beneath the skin
A
Subcutaneous
3
Q
A thin layer of connective tissues.
A
Fascia
4
Q
Fat
A
Adipose
5
Q
- Fascia
- Glands
- Large Glands (Swollen Glands)
- Adipose tissue
- Excessive (Obese)
- Diminished (emaciated)
A
Influences on surface contour
6
Q
- Derma
- Epidermis
A
Integument composition
7
Q
A layer of dense connective tissue (layer of skin just below the epidermis).
A
Derma
8
Q
The external covering of epithelium (outermost later of skin).
A
Epidermis
9
Q
- Protects deeper tissue from drying and injury.
- Waterproof
- Will absorb oily materials
A
Properties of Skin
10
Q
- Varies among different individuals
- Regional variations:
- Back of hand
- Face
- Mucous Membranes
A
Skin Texture
11
Q
Deeper layer of skin.
- Blood vessels
- Lymphatics
- Sebaceous glands (oil glands)
A
Derma
12
Q
The outermost layer of skin.
- No blood or lymph vessels
- 4 layers of skin
A
Epidermis
13
Q
- Skin pigments
- Blood in superficial capillaries
A
Skin color is a result of these things
14
Q
- Melanin
- Carotene
A
Skin Pigment types
15
Q
Pigment of the cells of the deepest layer of the epidermis.
- Dark Tan
- Black
A
Melanin
