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Integumentary System Overview

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What part of hair is visible above the surface?

  • Shaft (correct)
  • Cortex
  • Root
  • Medulla

    • The outer cuticle is the innermost part of the hair structure.

    False

    What causes the pink tint hue visible on cheeks?

    Dilated blood vessels

    Nails are composed of dead __________ cells.

    <p>stratum corneum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is responsible for causing goosebumps?

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

    Name one of the three parts of hair.

    <p>Outer cuticle, principal cortex, or inner medulla</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the nail parts with their descriptions:

    <p>Lunula = White crescent of the nails Nail Body = Visible portion of the nail Free nerve ending = Pain, itch sensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Nails have a resting stage.

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

    What percentage of a person's body weight does the integumentary system constitute?

    <p>16%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The epidermis is composed of five layers of stratified squamous keratinized epithelial tissue.

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

    What is the outermost layer of the epidermis called?

    <p>Stratum Corneum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The integumentary system acts as a barrier to light, heat, chemicals, and __________.

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

    Match the following layers of the epidermis with their characteristics:

    <p>Stratum Corneum = 25 or more layers of dead, keratinized cells Stratum Lucidum = Present only in thick skin Stratum Granulosum = Where keratinization begins Stratum Germinativum = Layer where new skin cells are generated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of tissue makes up the epidermis?

    <p>Stratified squamous keratinized epithelial tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The stratum germinativum contains living cells and is avascular in nature.

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

    What is the primary function of sweat?

    <p>Essential in cooling process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Apocrine glands are odorless when first released.

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

    What are warts commonly described as?

    <p>Small, rough growth resembling a cauliflower or a solid blister.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Fibroblasts are responsible for producing ________ tissue.

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

    Match the following skin conditions with their descriptions:

    <p>Impetigo = Blisters or sores on the face Ringworm = Fungal infection on the skin Eczema = Dysfunctional skin barrier and an overactive immune response Burn = Rules of Nines used to measure burn severity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is correct about the inflammatory response?

    <p>Fibroblasts strengthen scar tissue after inflammation decreases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process of sweat secretion involves the production of 3 methyl and 2 hexenoic acid in eccrine glands.

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

    What role do macrophages have in the inflammatory response?

    <p>Clean the area.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of keratinocytes?

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

    The stratum lucidum is only found in hairless and thick parts of the body.

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

    What is the primary role of melanin in the skin?

    <p>To protect the body from UV light and determine skin, hair, and eye color.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The stratum granulosum contains flattened, diamond-shaped cells and is the layer where __________ begins.

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

    Match the layers of skin with their descriptions:

    <p>Stratum lucidum = Clear, transparent layer found in thick skin Stratum granulosum = Grainy layer where keratinization starts Stratum spinosum = Layer with spiny-shaped cells, not part of the skin Hypodermis = Layer of fat below the dermis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the stratum granulosum is correct?

    <p>It contains many granules and resists water loss.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The hypodermis is primarily composed of connective tissue and muscle.

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

    How many layers of cells typically make up the stratum spinosum?

    <p>8-10 layers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the sebaceous glands?

    <p>Lubricating skin and hair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The nail bed is responsible for nail growth.

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

    What structure is known as the thickened region of the stratum corneum beneath the free edge of the nail body?

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

    The _ primarily detects touch sensations.

    <p>Meissner’s corpuscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following sensory receptors with their primary sensation:

    <p>Free nerve ending = Pain Meissner’s corpuscle = Touch Ruffini’s corpuscle = Warmth Krause’s end bulb = Cold Pacinian corpuscle = Pressure/Vibration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the nail is fitted in the nail groove?

    <p>Nail fold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Melanin is produced by sebaceous glands to protect against UV rays.

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

    What role does the acid mantle play in skin protection?

    <p>It kills most bacteria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Integumentary System Overview

    • The integumentary system serves as a protective covering for the body, constituting about 16% of an individual's body weight.
    • It is the largest organ system, consisting of the epidermis and dermis.

    Layers of the Epidermis

    • Stratum Corneum: Outermost layer with 25+ layers of dead, keratinized cells; prevents water loss and acts as a barrier against environmental damage.
    • Stratum Lucidum: Clear, thin layer found only in thick skin regions like palms and soles; one to two layers thick.
    • Stratum Granulosum: Layer where keratinization begins; keratinocytes flatten and lose their nuclei, becoming more resilient.
    • Stratum Spinosum: Contains spiny-shaped cells; provides strength and flexibility.
    • Stratum Germinativum (Basale): Innermost layer where new skin cells originate; contains melanocytes that produce melanin for UV protection.

    Hypodermis

    • Composed of fatty tissues; not part of the skin but provides insulation and cushioning.

    Hair Structure

    • Parts of Hair: Includes the outer cuticle, principal cortex, and inner medulla.
    • Shaft: The visible portion of hair; Root: the part anchored in the hair follicle.
    • Arrector Pili: Smooth muscles that cause hair to stand upright, leading to the appearance of goosebumps.

    Nails

    • Composed of modified epidermal cells filled with keratin; continuously grow without resting stages.
    • Parts of the Nail: Includes lunula, nail body, nail root, nail bed, and free edge.

    Sensory Receptors in Skin

    • Nerve endings located throughout the skin mediate sensations such as pain, touch, warmth, and vibration.
    • Specific receptors include free nerve endings, Merkel's disks, Meissner's corpuscles, and Pacinian corpuscles.

    Functions of the Integumentary System

    • Protection: Acts as a barrier against physical and chemical agents; melanin provides UV protection.
    • Temperature Regulation: Sweat glands play a critical role in cooling the body.
    • Vitamin D Synthesis: Essential for calcium absorption.

    Sebaceous and Sweat Glands

    • Sebaceous Glands: Produce sebum, which lubricates skin and hair; secretion levels vary with puberty and age.
    • Sweat Glands: Include apocrine glands located in specific body areas; contribute to body odor when metabolized by bacteria.

    Inflammatory Response

    • The response to injury involves macrophages cleaning the area followed by the formation of granulation tissue.
    • Steps include wound healing stages such as clotting, scar tissue formation, and restoration of skin integrity.

    Common Skin Conditions

    • Warts: Small growths resembling cauliflower; benign.
    • Impetigo: Contagious bacterial skin infection resulting in blisters or sores.
    • Ringworm: Fungal infection characterized by a ring-like rash.
    • Eczema: Condition involving a dysfunctional skin barrier and an overactive immune response.

    Burns

    • The "Rules of Nines" method is used to assess the extent of burns on the body.

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    This quiz covers the various layers of the integumentary system, including the Stratum Corneum, Stratum Lucidum, and more. Test your knowledge about the structure and function of the skin, which serves as the body's protective covering. Understand the significance of each layer and their roles in protecting the body.

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