Science: Order and Design Test 4 chapter 4

Front

What is a fracture that penetrates the skin called?

Back

A compound fracture is a type of fracture that breaks the skin, exposing the bone.

Front

What is the term for diseases caused by problems like improper nutrition or malfunctioning cells rather than by invading organisms?

Back

Non-infectious diseases are conditions that are not caused by pathogens but by other factors like genetics or lifestyle.

Front

Which vitamin is essential for blood clotting?

Back

Vitamin K is crucial for the blood clotting process.

Front

What type of burn only damages the epidermis?

Back

A 1st degree burn affects only the outer layer of skin, causing redness and minor pain.

Front

What is the layer of dead skin at the base of a nail called?

Back

The cuticle is the layer of dead skin that protects the area between the skin and the nail.

Front

What is the difference between infectious and non-infectious diseases?

Back

Infectious diseases are caused by pathogens, while non-infectious diseases arise from other factors like genetics or lifestyle.

Front

What are the three degrees of burns?

Back

1st degree burns affect the epidermis, 2nd degree burns affect the epidermis and part of the dermis, and 3rd degree burns damage deeper layers of skin.

Front

What role does vitamin D play in the body?

Back

Vitamin D helps regulate calcium and phosphorus in the body, which are essential for healthy bones.

Front

What is the function of the epidermis?

Back

The epidermis is the outermost layer of skin that provides a barrier to protect underlying tissues.

Front

What is a hangnail?

Back

A hangnail is a small piece of skin that tears away from the cuticle.