integumentary system Flashcards
1
Q
integumtary system
A
forms the outer covering of the body
includes skin, hair, nails, and sweat glads
largest organ of the body
2
Q
function
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protection
control body temperature
sesation
3
Q
thermoregulation
A
evaporation of sweat form the surface of the skin cools body
4
Q
sensation
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sensory cells in the skin allow the brain to receive information about the environment
5
Q
skin layered structure
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- dermis innermost layer
- epidermis outermost layer
6
Q
2 types of glands
A
sweat glands
sebaceous glands
7
Q
disorders
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fungal infection
-ring worms
-athlete foot
neoplastic disease
-carcinoma
-melanoma
inflammation
-acne
-psoriasis
8
Q
lab test
A
KOH
SKIN BIOPSY
C AND S
