HBS Unit 3.2 Review (Set #1)

What are the three major regions of the skin?

• endodermis, mesodermis, epidermis

• subcutaneous, hypercutaneous, hypocutaneous

• epidermis, dermis, hypodermis
• stratum lucidum, stratum basale, papillary layer

Which of the following best describes the function of the integumentary system?

• Controlling muscle movement, transmitting nerve signals, and producing red blood cells.
• Supporting the skeletal system, producing hormones, and aiding in digestion.
• Protecting the body, regulating body temperature, and serving as a sensory organ.
• Transporting oxygen, regulating blood sugar levels, and filtering waste products.

Identify the organs and structures of the integumentary system.

• Lungs, heart, liver
• Muscles, bones, nerves
• Kidneys, pancreas, spleen
• Skin, hair, nails

Any disease causing agent is known as a...

Which of the following is NOT one of the six major agents of disease?

• Fungi
• Carcinogens

• Bacteria
• Viruses

What role does the skin play in the human body?

• The skin plays a role in producing sound
• The skin plays a crucial role in protecting the body, regulating temperature, and providing sensory feedback.
• The skin plays a role in digesting food
• The skin plays a role in absorbing sunlight

How does the way skin cells reproduce help skin protect your body from invaders?

• By triggering an inflammatory response that compromises the skin's defense mechanisms.
• By producing toxic substances that weaken the skin's ability to protect against invaders.
• By causing skin cells to divide rapidly, allowing pathogens to easily penetrate the skin barrier.
• By constantly renewing and replacing skin cells, the skin forms a barrier that prevents pathogens from entering the body.

What is sepsis?

• Sepsis is a common cold
• Sepsis is a type of skin rash
• Sepsis is caused by lack of sleep
• Sepsis is a life-threatening condition caused by the body's response to an infection.

What does "time" mean in relation to sepsis?

• Critical window for prompt diagnosis and treatment
• Time is irrelevant in sepsis management
• Time refers to the color of the patient's skin in sepsis
• Time is the duration of hospital stay in sepsis cases

Remember, when it comes to sepsis, you need to watch out for...The "T" in TIME?