Questions and Answers
The technical term for a blackhead is 'comedo'.
True
An abscess is a localized collection of pus at the site of an infection.
True
Alopecia is also known as 'chloasma'.
False
Keratosis is a thickened area of the epidermis.
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Scabies is a contagious skin disease.
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If an abscess does not respond to treatment, it may require an incision to drain the pus.
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Frozen section biopsy is used to diagnose warts.
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The scratch test is synonymous with the prick test.
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Corticosteroids are classified as anti-inflammatory drugs.
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Topically applied agents affect only the area to which they are applied.
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Which glands produce sweat?
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Which cells produce black pigment?
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A primary function of sebum is:
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The visible part of the hair is called the:
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Sebaceous glands are also known as:
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Which skin barrier protects from cancer-causing UV radiation?
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The combining form (CF) 'onych/o' means:
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The CF 'pil/o' means:
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The CF 'ichthy/o' means:
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The prefix 'an-' means:
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The prefix 'homo-' means:
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The prefix 'dia-' means:
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Which term means 'an inflammatory skin disease characterized by isolated pustules that become crusted and rupture'?
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Which is a type of fungal infection of the skin commonly called ringworm?
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What is the term for bedsores?
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Pediculosis is skin infestation caused by:
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Burns that damage only the epidermis are classified as:
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A carbuncle is a(n):
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Which term means 'milk-white patches on the skin'?
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A wheal is also called a(n):
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What term means 'a surgical procedure to remove necrotized tissue from a wound'?
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Which skin test identifies suspected allergens by subcutaneously injecting small amounts of extracts of the suspected allergens and observing the skin for a subsequent reaction?
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Which agents are used to kill mites and lice?
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Which type of anesthetic blocks sensation of pain by numbing the skin layers?
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The abbreviation 'bx' means:
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Study Notes
Integumentary System Key Concepts
- Comedo: Technical term for blackhead, a clogged hair follicle.
- Abscess: Localized pus collection from infection; may need drainage if untreated.
- Alopecia: Hair loss condition, not synonymous with chloasma (dark patches on skin).
- Keratosis: Thickening of the epidermis, can indicate skin conditions.
- Scabies: Contagious skin disease caused by mites.
- Biopsy Techniques: Frozen section biopsy is not used for warts.
- Scratch Test: Another name for the prick test; used for allergy testing.
- Corticosteroids: Classed as anti-inflammatory agents, treating various skin conditions.
- Topical Agents: Effective only on areas they are applied to, minimizing systemic effects.
Skin Functions and Anatomy
- Sweat Glands: Sudoriferous glands are responsible for perspiration.
- Melanocytes: Cells responsible for producing melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color.
- Sebum Function: Protective against infection, also helps to moisturize skin.
- Hair Shaft: The visible part of hair, important for identification and treatment of hair disorders.
- Sebaceous Glands: Also known as oil glands, associated with hair follicles.
Skin Health and Conditions
- Melanin: Provides protection against harmful UV rays and skin cancer.
- Onych/o: Combines to refer to nails, a critical aspect of the integumentary system.
- Pil/o: Combines to refer to hair, essential for understanding hair-related issues.
- Ichthy/o: Indicates conditions related to dry, scaly skin.
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Prefixes:
- An-: Means without or not.
- Homo-: Means same.
- Dia-: Means through or across.
Skin Diseases and Disorders
- Impetigo: Inflammatory skin disease with crusted pustules.
- Tinea: Fungal skin infection commonly known as ringworm.
- Pressure Ulcers: Also called bedsores, arise from prolonged pressure on the skin.
- Pediculosis: Infestation of the skin caused by lice.
- Burn Classification: Burns affecting only the epidermis are first-degree; more severe burns involve deeper layers.
Treatment and Surgical Procedures
- Carbuncle: A type of pyogenic (pus-forming) skin infection.
- Vitiligo: Causes milk-white patches on the skin due to loss of pigment.
- Wheal: Also known as a hive, a raised area of skin often resulting from allergic reactions.
- Debridement: Surgical procedure to remove necrotized (dead) tissue from wounds.
- Intradermal Test: Skin test for allergens involving injecting allergens to observe reactions.
- Antiparasitics: Used to eradicate mites and lice infestations.
- Local Anesthetic: Numbs skin layers to block pain sensation during procedures.
- bx: Abbreviation for biopsy, an essential diagnostic tool in dermatology.
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