Integument Lecture: Layers of Skin and Epidermis

What is the main purpose of the integument according to the text?

Which layer of the epidermis is responsible for metabolizing vitamin D?

What is the function of the Stratum Corneum in the epidermis?

Which layer of the dermis is responsible for providing structural strength and elasticity to the skin?

What is the main purpose of a shave biopsy?

Why is it recommended to biopsy characteristic areas in their diagnostic stage?

'Come Let’s Get Sun Burnt' can be used as a mnemonic to remember the layers of which part of the integument?

'Biopsy a primary lesion' is associated with which procedure according to the text?

'Removal of a 'core' of tissue to establish a definitive diagnosis or to remove a small lesion' describes which type of biopsy?

What is the size of a macule?

Which skin lesion is characterized by a discontinuity of skin causing complete loss of epidermis and possible loss of dermis?

What is the distinguishing feature of a vesicle?

Which histological change involves thickening of the cornified layer with a prominent granular layer?

What causes the formation of weals on the skin?

Which term refers to the extravasation of RBCs into the skin or mucous membranes?

In what condition do keratinocytes splay apart due to intraepidermal edema?

Which skin lesion is a solid, palpable area greater than 20mm in size?

What is the main characteristic of excoriation?

What is a cyst?