A&P Ch.6 Integumentary system Flashcards
(11 cards)
1
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Integumentary system
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Consist of the skin and its organs
hair
nails
contaneous glands
2
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Skin
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Largest organ and heaviest organ (15% Bw) Most vulnerable organ exposed to Radiation, trauma infection, hazardous chemicals
3
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Physical examination
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Inspection of
skin
hair
nails
4
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Dermatology
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Scientific study and medical treatment of I.S
5
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two layers
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Epidermis
Dermis
6
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Hypodermis
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C.T. layer below Dermis
Not part of of skin
7
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Thick skin
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Has sweat glands No hair follicles No sebaceous (oil) glands loc- Palms, soles of feet surfaces of finger and toes
8
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Thin Skin
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Covers the rest of the body
Has hair follicles
Sebaceous glands
Sweat glands
9
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Functions of Skin
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Resistance to trauma and infection (keratin)
Barrier (UV radiation,Water proof)
body temp (thermoregulation)
Vitamin D synthesis
10
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Functions of skin
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Sensation ( most extensive sense organ)
Transdermal absorption (drugs via skin patches)
Nonverbal com.
11
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Vitamin d Synthesis
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Skin first step
Liver and kidneys complete the process
