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Human Skin and Nails Anatomy

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Why is it important for surgeons to make incisions parallel to Langer's Lines?

To increase the visibility of underlying vessels

To prevent infection in the wound

To decrease the healing time of the wound

To reduce the risk of gapping in the wound and prominent scar formation (correct)

What is the primary function of the superficial fascia in the body?

Connects the dermis of the skin to deep fascia

Acts as a food reservoir (correct)

Forms a sheath around muscles in the limbs

Invests muscles and deep structures

How are burns classified based on their characteristics?

According to the presence of scar tissue

According to the degree of skin discoloration

According to the depth of the burn and its size (correct)

According to the size of the blood vessels visible

What is albinism?

The absence of the melanin pigment from the skin Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tissue unites the dermis of the skin to the underlying deep fascia?

Areolar tissue Signup and view all the answers

Why do incisions made across Langer's Lines result in gapping of wounds?

Causing damage to collagen fibers Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of deep fascia in limbs?

To form a definite sheath around muscles and structures Signup and view all the answers

What happens when skin incisions are made parallel to Langer's Lines?

Wounds heal faster with less scarring Signup and view all the answers

How does the presence of melanin affect skin color?

Gives a dark coloration to the skin Signup and view all the answers

What happens when burns are classified into degrees according to their depth?

The severity of burns is determined Signup and view all the answers