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Unit 5: integumentary system Flashcards

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Mai layers of the epidermis (superficial to deep)

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stratum corneum, lucidum, granulosum, spinosum, and basale

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function fo melanocytes

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produce melanin, protect from UV light

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function of dendritic cells

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phagocytize microbes, alert immune system

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role of sweet glands in temperature regulation

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open to cool, close to retain heat

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hormone synthesized by skin

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vitamin D

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cause of acne

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clogged follicles, overactive sebaceous glands

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1st- degree burn

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affect epidermis, redness, no blistering

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herpes simplex virus symptom

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fluid-filled blisters, tingling

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cause of decubitus ulcers

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pressure restricting blood flow

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symptoms of psoriasis

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red, itchy, scaly patches

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ABCDE rule for melanoma

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Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolving

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what are the functions of the integumentary system?

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protection, Sensation, Body temperature regulation, Vitamin D synthesis, and Excretion

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what layers make up the skin?

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Epidermis: Keratinized stratified squamous epithelium (avascular)
Dermis: Dense irregular connective tissue (vascular)
Hypodermis: Areolar and adipose tissue

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how does the integumentary system regulate tempture?

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Blood vessels dilate or constrict, eccrine sweat glands open and close, arrector pili muscle creates “Goosebumps”

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acne causes

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clogged hair follicles, overactive sebaceous glands

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2nd-degree burn

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damages dermis, blistering and scarring

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cause of cold sores

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herpes simplex virus

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treatment for eczema

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corticosteroid creams, antihistamines

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freckles cause

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increased melanin from UV-B exposure

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psoriasis symptoms

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red, itchy, scaly patches

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fungal infection example

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athlete’s foot, jock itch, ringworm

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hives causes

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allergens, insects, heat

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skin cancer prevention

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avoid sun midday, wear SPF 30+

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basal cell carcinoma symptoms

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shinny bump, red nodule

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melanoma cause
cancer of melanocytes, sun exposure
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decubitus ulcer cause
pressure restricting blood supply
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vitiligo cause
melanocytes stop functioning
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warts cause
HPV virus
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cold sore symptoms
fluid-filled blisters, tingling
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3rd-degree burn
full destruction, no pain
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cause of fungal infections
warm, moist areas
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treatment for warts
salicylic acid, freezing
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vitamin D synthesis
skin + UV light = vitamin D
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integumentary system function
protection, sensation, thermoregulation
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epidermis layer mnemonic
come let's get burned
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hypodermis function
insulates, absorbs shock
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dermis composition
collagen, elastic fibers, vascular
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integumentary system. and immune system connection
skin as a barrier, immune cells
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integumentary and skeletal system connection
vitamin D synthesis for calcium absorption
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role of keratin
waterproofing, protection
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dendritic cell function
phagocytize microbes, alert immune system
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sebum function
lubricates skin, antimicrobial
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vitamin D importance
calcium metabolism, immunity
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hair follicle function
protects from sun, dust
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function of melanocytes
produce melanin, protect from UV
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turnover time of epideris
25-35 days
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dermis vs. epidermis
dermis = vascular epidermis = avascular
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function or sweat glands
thermoregulation, waste removal
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adipose tissue location
hypoder
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common cause of bedsores (decubitus ulcers)
prolonged pressure on the skin over bony areas
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symptoms of moles
changes in response to sun or hormones
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cause of athlete's foot
fungal infection in moist areas
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symptom of jock itch
red, itchy rash in groin area
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cold sore treatment
antiviral medications, no cure
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symptom of third-degree burn
full destruction of skin layers, no pain
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cause of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
dark spots after acne in people of color
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psoriasis turnover rate
3-5 days instead of 28-30
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decubitus ulcer prevention
shift weight frequently
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vitiligo cause
melanocytes die or stop functioning
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skin cancer risk factor
blistering sunburn before age 20
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symptoms of eczema
inflamed, irritated skin
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cause of hives
skin reaction to allergens
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cause of ringworm
fungal infection, raised red ring
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symptoms of herpes outbreak
tingling or itching, even without blisters
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warts cause
HPV virus
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treatment for seborrheic dermatitis
antifungal shampoo, topical steroids
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symptoms of cold sores
fluid-filled blisters around lips
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2nd-degree burn treatment
debriding, pain relief, wound cleaning
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sebaceous glands
glands that secrete oil to lubricate skin and hair
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keratin
protein that provides waterproofing and strength to skin
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melanin
pigment that protects skin from UV radiation
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Arrector pili
muscle causing hair to stand up, creating "Goosebumps"
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stratum corneum
outer layer of dead keratinized cells in the epidermis
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hypodermis
deep layer of skin, contains fat and areolar tissue
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dendritic cells
cells that alert the immune system to pathogens
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eccrine glands
sweat glands involved in temperature regulation
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stratum bassale
the deepest layer of the epidermis, where new cells form
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collagen
protein providing stregth and elasticity to the skin
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langerhans cells
immune cells in the epidermis that defend against microbes
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dermcidin
antimicrobial protein found in sweat
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cyanosis
bluish skin color due to low oxygen levels
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stratum lucidum
clear layer of epidermis found in thick skin
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vitiligo
condition where skin loses pigment in blotches
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callus
hardened thick skin due to chronic friction
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albinism
genetic condition resulting in lack of melanin production
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apocrine glands
swear glands associated with body odor, found in axillary region
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papillary layer
upper layer of dermis that creates fingerprints

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