Integumentary, Wound, Burn, Cancer - FLASHCARD 2022

Front

What is the primary function of the dermis layer of the skin?

Back

The dermis provides structural support, houses accessory structures such as sweat glands, sebaceous glands, and hair follicles, and contains blood vessels and nerves.

Front

Which layer of the skin is responsible for the sensation of touch?

Back

The dermis contains nerve endings that are responsible for the sensation of touch.

Front

What are the main accessory structures of the integumentary system?

Back

The main accessory structures include sweat glands, sebaceous glands, hair follicles, and nails.

Front

What is NOT considered an accessory structure of the integumentary system?

Back

Adipose tissue is not considered an accessory structure of the integumentary system.

Front

What type of burn affects only the epidermis?

Back

A First Degree Burn affects only the epidermis.

Front

What are the layers of the epidermis from the basement membrane to the apical surface?

Back

The layers of the epidermis are: stratum basale, stratum spinosum, stratum granulosum, stratum lucidum, and stratum corneum.

Front

Which layer of skin contains blood vessels and nerves?

Back

The dermis contains blood vessels and nerves.

Front

What is the role of sebaceous glands in the integumentary system?

Back

Sebaceous glands secrete sebum, which lubricates and waterproofs the skin and hair.

Front

What is the primary function of sweat glands?

Back

Sweat glands help regulate body temperature through the process of perspiration.

Front

What is the difference between first-degree and second-degree burns?

Back

First-degree burns affect only the epidermis, while second-degree burns affect both the epidermis and part of the dermis.