Integumentary System

Question 1

Outer barrier (layer)

Answer 1

Epidermis

Question 2

Collagen, elastic fibers, glands *
(layer)

Answer 2

Dermis

Question 3

Fat insulation (layer)

Answer 3

Subcutaneous layer

Question 4

Hair follicles, nails, sebaceous (oil) glands, sweat glands.

Answer 4

Appendages

Question 5

Oil glands are absent on _____ and _____, explaining dryness there.

Answer 5

Palms and soles

Question 6

Skin weight accounts for about __% of total body weight, making it the body’s largest organ

Answer 6

15

Question 7

Hair loss; physiologic nonscarring type often follows childbirth

Answer 7

Alopecia

Question 8

Deep skin infection of adjoining follicles treated with systemic antibiotics

Answer 8

Carbuncle

Question 9

Rapidly spreading inflammation of skin and subcutaneous tissue

Answer 9

Cellulitis

Question 10

Controlled scarping of superficial skin layers to smooth wrinkles or scars

Answer 10

Dermabrasion

Question 11

Warts caused by human papillomavirus

Answer 11

Verrucae

Question 12

Scaly, itchy inflammatory skin condition

Answer 12

Eczema

Question 13

Parasitic infestation by the itch mite

Answer 13

Scabies

Question 14

ABCDE Rule

Answer 14

Asymmetry, Border irregularity, Color Variation, Diameter >6 mm, Evolving (warning signs of melanoma)

Question 15

Scrape or burn

Answer 15

Excoriation

Question 16

5 Primary Functions of the Integumentary system

Answer 16

Temperature regulation, absorption of lipid-soluable vitamins, perception of touch/pain, protection from pathogens, limited excretion of wastes

Question 17

Elastic fibers shrink while collagen degenerates, leading to wrinkles and thinner skin

Answer 17

Aging Changes

Question 18

Intact stratum corners blocks microbes ; breaks can invite cellulitis or impetigo

Answer 18

Immune barrier

Question 19

Ance Vulgaris

Answer 19

Signs- Conedones, papules, pustules
Management- Topical antibacterials, oral antibiotics, oral contraceptives in females

Question 20

Eczema

Answer 20

Signs- Dry, scaly, itchy patches
Management- Emollients, topical steroids, trigger avoidance

Question 21

Carbuncles, Furuncles

Answer 21

Signs- painful, red boils (F- single, C-cluster)
Manegment- Systemic antibodies; reduce irritation, pressure, friction

Question 22

Cellulitis

Answer 22

Signs- Swollen, warm, tender area with spreading redness
Management- Prompt systemic antibodies, elevation

Question 23

Rosacea

Answer 23

Signs- Presistent facial redness with papules
Management- Topical metronidazole, trigger avoidance (heat, alcohol)

Question 24

Verrucae (Warts)

Answer 24

Signs- Raised rough lesions, often on hand/feet
Management- Cryotherapy, salicylic acid

Question 25

Herpes Simplex 1

Answer 25

Signs- Vescles around oral/nasal area *cold sores) Management- Antiviral creams (acyclovir)

Question 26

Dermabrasion

Answer 26

Purpose- Smooth wrinkles/scars by scraping epidermis Key Facts- Requires anesthesia; downtime several days

Question 27

Chemical peel exfoliates with acid, is _______ peel reaches some underlying cells, improves tone; you should expect ______ or ______ after getting one.

Answer 27

medium-depth, redness, peeling

Question 28

______ is barbed suture lift sagging skin; its effects last _ years and is less invasive than a facelift

Answer 28

Thread Lift, 5

Question 29

Laser Resurfacing

Answer 29

Purpose- Ablates epidermis to stimulate collagen Key Facts- Reduced wrinkles, pigmentation

Question 30

To prevent wrinkles you should wear sunscreen with _____, avoid peak UV 10 a.m,- 3 p.m., monthly exams

Answer 30

SPF 30+

Question 31

2 steps for Melanoma Self‑Check

Answer 31

Teach ABCDE rule; encourage full‑length mirror exams each month.

Question 32

For sun safety you should wear an sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher, seek shade midday and reapply every

Answer 32

2 hours

Question 33

What should you do when you see a tick?

Answer 33

Remove ticks promptly with tweezers, place in 70 % alcohol or diluted bleach to test for Lyme; educate on scabies contagion and treatment of linens.

Question 34

3 Healthy Skin Habits

Answer 34

Balanced diet, adequate hydration, stress management to reduce alopecia and acne flares.

Question 35

What percent of body mass is the skin?

Answer 35

15%

Question 36

Lipid‑soluble can penetrate intact skin for topical therapy-

Answer 36

Vitamin E

Question 37

How long does a Thread lift last?

Answer 37

About 5 years