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What is the primary function of skin creases over joints?
What is the primary function of skin creases over joints?
- To facilitate easier movements of the joints (correct)
- To provide insulation against temperature changes
- To enhance the aesthetic appearance of the skin
- To provide protection against external forces
Which areas are known for the superficial fascia being firmly attached to the skin?
Which areas are known for the superficial fascia being firmly attached to the skin?
- Dorsum of the hand and foot
- Auricle of the ear and clitoris
- Eyebrows and bridge of the nose
- Scalp and palm of the hand (correct)
In which body parts is the superficial fascia devoid of adipose tissue?
In which body parts is the superficial fascia devoid of adipose tissue?
- Eyelids and auricle of the ear (correct)
- Knees and elbows
- Scrotum and palms of the hands
- Clitoris and palate
What role does the deep fascia play in relation to muscles in the limbs?
What role does the deep fascia play in relation to muscles in the limbs?
Which of the following statements about deep fascia is NOT true?
Which of the following statements about deep fascia is NOT true?
How does superficial fascia contribute to thermoregulation?
How does superficial fascia contribute to thermoregulation?
What structure is formed by the thickened deep fascia in the palms?
What structure is formed by the thickened deep fascia in the palms?
Which characteristic best describes deep fascia compared to superficial fascia?
Which characteristic best describes deep fascia compared to superficial fascia?
Which layer of the skin is primarily responsible for sensations such as pain and temperature?
Which layer of the skin is primarily responsible for sensations such as pain and temperature?
What is the primary function of sebaceous glands in the skin?
What is the primary function of sebaceous glands in the skin?
What do Langer’s lines indicate?
What do Langer’s lines indicate?
Which form of fascia is described as the most superficial and separates muscles from the skin?
Which form of fascia is described as the most superficial and separates muscles from the skin?
Which function of the skin is NOT correctly matched?
Which function of the skin is NOT correctly matched?
Which incision technique minimizes scarring during surgery?
Which incision technique minimizes scarring during surgery?
The epidermis is characterized by which of the following features?
The epidermis is characterized by which of the following features?
Which layer of skin is known for having the largest surface area and is composed of connective tissue?
Which layer of skin is known for having the largest surface area and is composed of connective tissue?
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Study Notes
Skin Layers and Functions
- Skin is the body's largest organ (approx. 2m²).
- Composed of two main layers: epidermis (superficial) and dermis (deeper, loose connective tissue).
- Epidermis is thickest on palms and soles.
- Dermis contains sweat glands, sebaceous glands, hair follicles, blood vessels, lymphatics, and nerves.
- Melanocytes (originating in the CNS) are present in the dermis.
- Skin functions: protection (barrier against fluid loss, bacteria, viruses); sensation (pain, touch, temperature); vitamin D synthesis; thermoregulation; secretion (sweat, sebum, milk).
Dermis and Clinical Considerations
- Dermis contains parallel collagen fibers arranged in lines of cleavage (Langer's lines).
- Langer's lines run longitudinally in limbs and transversally in the neck and trunk.
- Surgical incisions parallel to Langer's lines minimize scarring.
- Dermatomes are skin areas supplied by a single nerve.
- Skin creases over joints facilitate movement.
Superficial Fascia
- Lies immediately beneath the skin.
- Firmly attached to skin in scalp, back of neck, palm, and sole.
- Loosely attached to skin on dorsum of hand and foot.
- Lacks adipose tissue in eyelids, auricle, penis, scrotum, and clitoris.
- Functions: temperature regulation, energy storage, contouring, contains blood vessels, nerves, and lymphatics.
Deep Fascia
- Dense fibrous membrane covering most of the body (except face, scalp, thorax, and anterior abdominal wall).
- Surrounds muscles.
- In limbs, it forms intermuscular septa attaching to bones, creating functional muscle groups.
- Thickened around tendons to form retinacula (hold tendons in place).
- Thickened in palms to form palmar aponeurosis.
- Thickened in soles to form plantar aponeurosis.
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