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What is the best method to groom the skin?
What is the best method to groom the skin?
How often should teeth be brushed to maintain good oral hygiene?
How often should teeth be brushed to maintain good oral hygiene?
Which of the following infections is caused by the Human papilloma virus (HPV)?
Which of the following infections is caused by the Human papilloma virus (HPV)?
What is the recommended frequency for changing a toothbrush?
What is the recommended frequency for changing a toothbrush?
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What common condition is characterized by superficial pustules around the nose and mouth?
What common condition is characterized by superficial pustules around the nose and mouth?
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Which infection is likely to affect people with very sweaty feet in tight-fitting shoes?
Which infection is likely to affect people with very sweaty feet in tight-fitting shoes?
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What is the primary cause of ringworm infections?
What is the primary cause of ringworm infections?
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What is the best practice for maintaining hand hygiene?
What is the best practice for maintaining hand hygiene?
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What is the primary function of keratin in the skin?
What is the primary function of keratin in the skin?
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What role do melanocytes play in skin pigmentation?
What role do melanocytes play in skin pigmentation?
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Why is the skin important for heat regulation?
Why is the skin important for heat regulation?
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Which substance can be absorbed through the skin?
Which substance can be absorbed through the skin?
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How does increased melanin production protect the skin?
How does increased melanin production protect the skin?
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What is one of the skin's excretory functions?
What is one of the skin's excretory functions?
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How does personal hygiene relate to skin health?
How does personal hygiene relate to skin health?
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What can excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays lead to regarding skin pigmentation?
What can excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays lead to regarding skin pigmentation?
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What is the primary role of the integumentary system?
What is the primary role of the integumentary system?
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Which of the following layers is NOT found in the epidermis?
Which of the following layers is NOT found in the epidermis?
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Which characteristic is true about the epidermis?
Which characteristic is true about the epidermis?
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What characterizes eczema?
What characterizes eczema?
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Where is thick skin exclusively located?
Where is thick skin exclusively located?
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What is the primary defect in individuals with albinism?
What is the primary defect in individuals with albinism?
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What are the two layers of the dermis?
What are the two layers of the dermis?
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Which of the following statements about vitiligo is true?
Which of the following statements about vitiligo is true?
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Which type of fibers are found in the dermis that contribute to its strength and elasticity?
Which type of fibers are found in the dermis that contribute to its strength and elasticity?
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What is the most common form of skin cancer mentioned?
What is the most common form of skin cancer mentioned?
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Which statement about the nerve endings in the skin is accurate?
Which statement about the nerve endings in the skin is accurate?
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What is a significant risk factor for developing skin cancer?
What is a significant risk factor for developing skin cancer?
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Which accessory structures are NOT found within the dermis?
Which accessory structures are NOT found within the dermis?
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What distinguishes malignant melanoma from other forms of skin cancer?
What distinguishes malignant melanoma from other forms of skin cancer?
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Which layer of the skin is primarily affected in a first-degree burn?
Which layer of the skin is primarily affected in a first-degree burn?
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How do second-degree burns primarily manifest in the affected area?
How do second-degree burns primarily manifest in the affected area?
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Study Notes
Integumentary System Overview
- The integumentary system includes the skin, hair, sweat glands, and subcutaneous tissue.
- It is the largest organ in the body.
- It acts as a barrier, separating the internal environment from the external environment and preventing harmful substances from entering.
Layers of the Skin
- The skin has two major layers: the epidermis (outer layer) and the dermis (inner layer).
- The epidermis is a keratinized epithelium with a tough, horny superficial layer that protects, and regenerates and pigmented deep layer.
- The epidermis has no blood vessels or lymphatics.
- The dermis provides nourishment to the avascular epidermis.
- The dermis contains many sensory receptors (pain, temperature, touch) and accessory structures like hair follicles, sweat glands, and sebaceous glands.
- The dermis has two layers: papillary and reticular. The papillary layer supports the epidermis, and the reticular layer contains collagen and elastin fibers, providing strength and elasticity.
- The epidermis is composed of several layers (strata): stratum corneum, stratum granulosum, stratum spinosum, and stratum basale.
- Thick skin, found on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet, also has a stratum lucidum.
Epidermis Layers
- Stratum corneum: Outermost, tough, horny layer.
- Stratum granulosum: Cells become flatter and more keratinized.
- Stratum spinosum: Cells begin to flatten.
- Stratum basale: Deepest layer, where new skin cells are produced.
- Stratum lucidum: Only present in thick skin, between stratum corneum and stratum granulosum.
Skin Functions
- Protection from environmental factors (abrasions, fluid loss, harmful substances, UV radiation).
- Sensation through sensory nerve endings (pain, temperature, touch).
- Heat regulation through sweat glands to maintain normal body temperature.
- Water control through keratin to prevent water loss.
- Vitamin D production, stored in the epidermis.
- Excretion of excess sodium chloride and urea.
- Limited absorption (some drugs, chemicals, toxins can be absorbed).
- Aesthetic function, beautifies the human body.
Pigmentation of the Skin
- Melanocytes in the stratum basale produce melanin, a protein pigment.
- Dark skin has melanocytes producing more melanin.
- Light skin has melanocytes producing less melanin.
- Melanin production increases with UV exposure to protect the living cells from further UV rays.
Skin Care and Hygiene
- Personal hygiene involves keeping all external body parts clean.
- This is important for maintaining both physical and mental health.
Skin Diseases
- Viral: Warts (caused by Human papillomavirus).
- Bacterial: Impetigo (caused by Staphylococcus aureus).
- Fungal: Ringworm, Tinea pedis (athlete's foot).
- Non-infectious Inflammatory: Eczema, Albinism, Vitiligo.
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Skin Cancer: Any change to moles or pigmented spots should be checked by a doctor.
- UV exposure is the most important factor in skin cancer.
- Most common types of skin cancer is squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma, which are visible changes in the skin's normal appearance.
- Malignant melanoma is a serious form of skin cancer, potentially metastasizing rapidly to other organs.
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Burns: First-degree, second-degree, and third-degree burns.
- First-degree only affects the epidermis.
- Second-degree affects deeper layers and leads to blisters.
- Third-degree burns affect all layers potentially, and living tissue exposed.
Assignment
- Draw and label skin structures, including accessory structures.
- Explain structures and functions of each skin layer.
- Detail how bleaching creams lighten the skin.
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This quiz covers the fundamentals of the integumentary system, focusing on its components, such as the skin, hair, and glands. It discusses the structure of the skin, including the epidermis and dermis layers, their functions, and their importance in protecting the body.
