Layers of Skin Anatomy
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What is the primary function of sebaceous glands?

  • Contain sensory receptors for touch
  • Secrete sweat to regulate body temperature
  • Secrete oil (sebum) to lubricate the skin (correct)
  • Connect skin to surface muscles
  • Which layer of the skin contains lipocytes that manufacture and store fat?

  • Epidermis
  • Sebaceous glands
  • Subcutaneous layer (correct)
  • Dermis
  • What is anhidrosis?

  • Condition of lacking sweat in response to heat (correct)
  • Lack of nerve fibers in the dermis
  • Itchy rash related to sweat gland blockage
  • Profuse sweating
  • Where are apocrine sweat glands found?

    <p>At hair follicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of eccrine sweat glands?

    <p>Secrete sweat to regulate body temperature and water content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which skin layer contains sensory nerve endings for touch, temperature, pain, and pressure?

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

    What are the components of the integumentary system?

    <p>Skin, sebaceous glands, hair, nails</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function does the skin NOT perform?

    <p>Help in digestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the skin is the outermost layer?

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

    What does the term 'epi-' refer to in the word epidermis?

    <p>Upon or above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function of the skin?

    <p>Production of hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structures are part of the integumentary system?

    <p>Hair and nails</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'integumentary' specifically refer to?

    <p>The system of the human body that includes the skin and related structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Latin word that integumentum comes from?

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

    When did the term 'integumentary' originate in relation to the human body?

    <p>Used by Renaissance scholars in the 15th century</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which suffix means 'related to' and is part of the word 'integumentary'?

    <p>-ary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is integument a technical word for in humans?

    <p>The skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the medical professionals specialized in skin care and treatment?

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

    What is the primary function of nails in the human body?

    <p>Protects the dorsal surface of the last bone of each finger and toe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a dermatologist in the medical field?

    <p>Specializes in diagnosing and treating skin disorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the medical term for superficial bacterial infection of hair shafts in areas with extensive sweat glands?

    <p>Trichomycosis axillaris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medical specialist focuses on surgical repair and restoration of body structures?

    <p>Plastic surgeon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'folliculitis' refer to?

    <p>Inflammation of hair follicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which combining form relates to an abnormal condition associated with a fungus?

    <p>-osis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for excessive sweating in one area or over the whole body?

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

    What is the term for night sweats during sleep?

    <p>Sleep hyperhidrosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the term 'hyperhidrosis' means 'excessive'?

    <p>hyper-</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'hidr' refer to in the term 'hyperhidrosis'?

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

    Which condition is characterized by an abnormal condition of sweating?

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

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