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What is the function of the epidermis in maintaining skin health?
What is the function of the epidermis in maintaining skin health?
- Synthesis of vitamin D
- Protection from harmful external factors (correct)
- Thermoregulation
- Shock absorption
Why is the skin estimated to weigh between 2.5 and 4 kg in an adult?
Why is the skin estimated to weigh between 2.5 and 4 kg in an adult?
- It contains subcutaneous fat and fibrous tissue (correct)
- Because of the presence of two layers: the epidermis and the dermis
- Due to the presence of over one million nerve endings
- To provide insulation and thermoregulation
Which layer of the skin contains specialized cells like melanocytes and Langerhans cells?
Which layer of the skin contains specialized cells like melanocytes and Langerhans cells?
- Dermis
- Epidermis (correct)
- Vascular network
- Subcutaneous fat
What is the main purpose of the dermis in the skin?
What is the main purpose of the dermis in the skin?
What percentage of the population is affected by skin diseases at any one time?
What percentage of the population is affected by skin diseases at any one time?
Which skin conditions mentioned in the text have the potential to cause stigma?
Which skin conditions mentioned in the text have the potential to cause stigma?
Which function is NOT associated with the skin's dermis?
Which function is NOT associated with the skin's dermis?
How do Mitchell and Kennedy (2006) suggest thinking of dermatology in association with skin disease?
How do Mitchell and Kennedy (2006) suggest thinking of dermatology in association with skin disease?
Why does the epidermis lack blood vessels?
Why does the epidermis lack blood vessels?
What is the role of dermatologists?
What is the role of dermatologists?
How can a healthcare professional help a person with a skin problem?
How can a healthcare professional help a person with a skin problem?
What is dermatology the study of?
What is dermatology the study of?
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