Bacteria, Skin Anatomy, and Nutrition
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Bacteria, Skin Anatomy, and Nutrition

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The spherical bacteria that cause diseases such as pneumonia are?

Diplococci

Which type of bacteria cause blood poisoning?

Streptococci

A(n) _____ uses impellers to circulate water.

pipeless foot spa

Effective sterilization typically requires the use of _____ to complete.

<p>an autoclave</p> Signup and view all the answers

When disinfecting a foot spa, how long should you let the disinfectant circulate through the basin?

<p>10 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of foot spa does NOT circulate water?

<p>non-whirlpool foot basin</p> Signup and view all the answers

The deepest layer of the dermis that supplies oxygen and nutrients to the skin is the?

<p>reticular layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

The body needs _____ for many body functions, including hormones and sebum production.

<p>fats</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin helps protect the skin from the harmful effects of the sun's UV light?

<p>vitamin E</p> Signup and view all the answers

The pigment produced to protect the skin from the effects of ultraviolet sun rays is called?

<p>Melanin</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT found in the reticular layer?

<p>melanocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

A(n) _____ is a raised, inflamed papule with a white or yellow center containing pus.

<p>pustule</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the principal component of hair and nails?

<p>keratin</p> Signup and view all the answers

The muscles that can cause goose bumps are called the _____ muscles.

<p>arrector pili</p> Signup and view all the answers

The epidermal-dermal junction is located at the top of the _____ layer.

<p>papillary</p> Signup and view all the answers

Subcutaneous tissue produces melanin.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The small, cone-shaped elevations at the bottom of hair follicles are called the?

<p>dermal papillae</p> Signup and view all the answers

The nerve fibers that regulate the excretion of perspiration are the?

<p>secretory</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Bacteria and Disease

  • Diplococci: Spherical bacteria responsible for diseases like pneumonia.
  • Streptococci: Type of bacteria that can cause blood poisoning.

Foot Spa Equipment

  • Pipeless Foot Spa: Utilizes impellers to circulate water.
  • Non-whirlpool Foot Basin: Type of foot spa that does not circulate water.
  • Disinfectant must circulate in foot spa for 10 minutes for effective disinfection.

Skin Anatomy and Function

  • Reticular Layer: Deepest dermal layer that provides oxygen and nutrients to the skin.
  • Melanocytes: Pigment-producing cells; not present in the reticular layer.
  • Subcutaneous Tissue: Lacks melanin production; serves other functions like cushioning and insulation.

Nutritional Components

  • Fats: Essential for various body functions, including hormone production and sebum production.
  • Vitamin E: Protects skin from harmful UV light effects; important for skin health.

Skin Pigmentation

  • Melanin: Pigment produced to shield skin from ultraviolet rays.

Skin Conditions

  • Pustule: Raised, inflamed papule with a white or yellow pus-filled center.

Hair and Nails

  • Keratin: Principal component forming hair and nails.
  • Arrector Pili Muscles: Muscles responsible for causing goosebumps.

Additional Skin Structures

  • Dermal Papillae: Small, cone-shaped elevations found at the bottom of hair follicles.
  • Secretory Nerve Fibers: Regulate perspiration excretion.

Dermis Layers

  • Epidermal-Dermal Junction: Located at the top of the papillary layer, playing a role in skin structure and function.

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This quiz covers essential topics related to bacteria and their diseases, focusing on different types like diplococci and streptococci. It also explores skin anatomy, nutritional components important for skin health, and various types of foot spa equipment. Test your knowledge on these critical health subjects.

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