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Chapter 20
Skin
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11/23/2012

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Term
BSA
Definition
Body surface area
Term
Dermis
Definition
Layer of skin between the epidermis and subcutaneous tissues
Term
Epidermis
Definition
Outermost layer of cells in the skin
Term
Pruritus
Definition
Itching
Term
Rash
Definition
Change of the skin which affects its color, appearance or texture
Term
Uticaria
Definition
Rash notable for pale red, raised, itchy bumps
Term
Abrasion
Definition
Wound consisting of superficial damage to the skin
Term
Ecchymosis
Definition
Bruising
Term
Erythema
Definition
Redness
Term
Hematoma
Definition
Collection of blood in an organ or tissue
Term
Induration
Definition
Area of hardened tissue
Term
Laceration
Definition
Injury that results in an irregular break in the skin
Term
Macule
Definition
Small spot or colored area
Term
Pallor
Definition
Pale skin
Term
Papule
Definition
Small, raised inflammatory spot
Term
Petechiae
Definition
Small red spots
Term
Purulent
Definition
Consisting of pus
Term
PWD
Definition
Pink, warm and dry
Term
Serous
Definition
Serum-like substance
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Vesicle
Definition
Blister-like elevation of the skin containing serous fluid
Term
Cellulitis
Definition
Diffuse inflammation of connective tissue with severe inflammation of dermal and subcutaneous layers of the skin
Term
NF
Definition
Necrotizing Fasciitis - infection caused by bacteria that can destroy skin, fat, and the tissue covering the muscles within a very short time.
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