Skin and Body Membranes: Chapter 4

How does the integumentary system protect against mechanical damage?

Which of the following mechanisms does the skin employ to prevent microbe damage?

What is the primary role of melanin in the integumentary system?

How does the integumentary system contribute to thermoregulation to prevent overheating?

Through which process does the integumentary system synthesize vitamin D?

What role do pain receptors in the integumentary system perform?

How does the integumentary system prevent desiccation?

What substances are excreted through the skin via perspiration?

Which of the following is the primary function of a serous membrane?

How does the structure of the cutaneous membrane contribute to its function?

Which type of membrane is characterized by lining body cavities that open to the exterior and is found in areas such as the respiratory and digestive tracts?

Which characteristic is NOT associated with the epidermis?

A skin sample shows increased activity of dendritic cells. What condition is most likely occurring in the tissue?

A surgeon makes an incision through the parietal serosa of the abdominal cavity. Which layer is directly deep to this?

Which of the following is the correct order of epidermal layers from deepest to most superficial?

Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with mucous membranes?

How do keratinocytes contribute to the protective function of the skin?

Predict what primary tissue type would have a membrane whose main function is to reduce friction?

A patient has severely damaged their epidermis in a car accident. Which of the following is the MOST likely impact?

The dermis contains all of the following EXCEPT:

In a lab experiment, a tissue sample is found to contain keratinized stratified squamous epithelium. Which type of membrane is this MOST likely from?

Which of the following best describes the primary function of the hypodermis?

Which of the following is a primary function of melanin produced by melanocytes?

How does the low pH of skin secretions contribute to the skin's function?

How does the skin contribute to thermoregulation during exercise?

Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with nails?

Which of the following is the primary function of sebum produced by sebaceous glands?

A patient presents with itchy, red, peeling skin between their toes. Based on the information, which condition is the MOST likely diagnosis?

Why might an individual with a liver disorder exhibit jaundice?

How do arterioles within the dermis respond to a decrease in body temperature?

What is the primary danger associated with extensive burn damage?

What is the primary role of melanin in the skin?

According to the 'rule of nines,' approximately what percentage of the total body surface area does the entire anterior trunk represent in an adult?

Which of the events listed is the MOST immediate threat to life resulting from a severe burn?

Which cutaneous gland type is primarily responsible for thermoregulation throughout the body?

What is the underlying cause of boils (furuncles)?

What causes the redness associated with erythema?

Which substance found in sweat also functions in the excretion of metabolic waste products?

Pink, fluid-filled, raised lesions around the mouth and nose are MOST characteristic of which skin condition?

A patient is experiencing redness, swelling, and pain, but no blistering, on their forearm after accidentally touching a hot surface. These symptoms are MOST consistent with which type of burn?

A patient has a burn that involves the epidermis and a portion of the dermis. The skin is red, painful, and blistered. Which degree of burn is the patient MOST likely experiencing?

Why are third-degree burns often described as not painful immediately after the injury?

Which characteristic is NOT associated with fourth-degree burns?

Based on the criteria for deeming burns critical, which patient should be MOST urgently treated?

Why is early detection and removal of squamous cell carcinoma important?

What is the primary reason malignant melanoma is considered the most deadly form of skin cancer?

According to the ABCDE rule for melanoma detection, what does 'E' stand for?

A dermatologist examines a mole on a patient's back and notes it is asymmetrical, has irregular borders, contains multiple colors, and is 7mm in diameter. According to the ABCDE rule, what is the MOST appropriate next step?