Med Term Chapter 5 Quiz

Sweat and Skin Glands

• Sudoriferous glands produce sweat; also known as sweat glands.
• Sebaceous glands, referred to as oil glands, secrete sebum for skin protection.

Skin Layers and Structure

• The basal layer is the deepest layer of the epidermis, containing melanocytes which produce black pigment (melanin).
• Skin is waterproof due to keratin, a hard protein in the epidermis.

Skin Functions and Conditions

• The primary function of sebum is protection against infection.
• Skin serves as the first line of defense against pathogen invasion.

Nails and Hair

• The visible part of hair is called the hair shaft, while the growth area of the nail is the lunula.
• Onych/o and pil/o are combining forms for nail and hair, respectively.

Medical Terms and Definitions

• Metastasis refers to cancer cells traveling to remote body regions.
• Dermatomycosis is a fungal infection of the skin.
• Chloasma indicates hyperpigmentation characterized by yellowish-brown patches.

Infections and Conditions

• Impetigo is an inflammatory skin disease with pustules that crust and rupture.
• Pediculosis is a skin infestation caused by lice; scabies is caused by the itch mite.

Dermal Procedures and Treatments

• Debridement involves the surgical removal of necrotized tissue from a wound.
• Cryosurgery uses liquid nitrogen to destroy abnormal tissue.

Biopsy and Testing

• Culture and sensitivity tests grow bacteria from infected sites to determine effective antibiotics.
• Intradermal tests identify allergens by injecting extracts and observing skin responses.

Medications and Agents

• Keratolytics are substances that destroy the outer layer of skin.
• Antiseptics inhibit bacterial growth, while antiparasitics are used to kill mites and lice.

Abbreviations and Omissions

• "bx" stands for biopsy, and "ung" refers to ointment.
• The abbreviation IMP indicates a diagnosis.

Skin Symptoms and Signs

• Pruritus refers to itching of the skin; pallor denotes unnatural skin paleness.
• Urticaria is characterized by wheals, commonly known as hives.

Skin Growths and Rashes

• A comedo is the technical term for a blackhead; papules, vesicles, and fissures denote different skin lesions.
• Hyperhidrosis means excessive sweating.

General Knowledge: Skin and Conditions

• Alopecia means baldness; excessive hair growth is known as hirsutism.
• Keratosis indicates a thickened area of the epidermis.

Miscellaneous Facts

• Vaseline (petroleum jelly) is used to soothe inflamed skin, while Novocain is a topical anesthetic.
• Photodynamic therapy treats conditions like cancer and actinic keratosis by using light to destroy cells.

Test your knowledge of medical terminology with this Chapter 5 quiz. Identify the functions of various glands and cell types related to skin. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of essential medical terms.