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Integumentary System
Integumentary System
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10/04/2012

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This body membrane lines the cavities that are exposed to the external environment. Some of the membranes excrete mucous to trap pathogens.
Definition
mucous membrane
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This body membrane consists of a thin layer of cells that secrete a transparent, clear fluid to reduce friction from muscle movement.
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serous membrane
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This body membrane covers the entire body and functions as a protector, temperature regulator, sense organ, and as the site of vitamin D production.
Definition
cutaneous membrane
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This body membrane secretes a clear, thick fluid around the joints for lubrication.
Definition
synovial membrace
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This is the outside layer of skin.
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epidermis
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This is the second layer of skin.
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dermis
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This layer of skin acts as a barrier to the external environment.
Definition
epidermis
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How does the epidermis help to control body temperature?
Definition
the atmosphere cools the sweat on the surface of the epidermis
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What is the function of the dermis?
Definition
cushions the body from stress and strain
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Hair is not present on which three areas of the body?
Definition
lips, palms, soles of feet
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What is one function of human nail?
Definition
allows for delicate movements of the fingers, and protects the distal phalanx from injury
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What is the function of the oil glands?
Definition
protects the skin from pathogens, and keeps the skin from drying out
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Where are most oil glands located?
Definition
hairy areas of the body
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Oil glands are not present in which two areas of the body?
Definition
palms and soles of feet
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What do the sweat glands produce?
Definition
sweat
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Sweat glands are not present in which part of the body?
Definition
lips, tip of penis, clitoris
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Which layer(s)of skin is/are affected by 1st degree burns?
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epidermis
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What does 1st degree burn look like?
Definition
reddened skin
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Name three ways to treat 1st degree burns.
Definition
1) cool, wet compresses
2) clean gauze
3) Tylenol or Ibuprofen for pain
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Which layer(s) of skin is/are affected by 2nd degree burns?
Definition
epidermis and dermis
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What does 2nd degree burn look like?
Definition
reddened skin with blisters
Term
Name three ways to treat 2nd degree burn.
Definition
1) cool, wet compresses
2) clean gauze
3) Tylenol or Ibuprofen for pain
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What does 3rd degree burn look like?
Definition
charred or dry, white
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Third degree burns affect the epidermis and dermis. What other parts may be affected?
Definition
fat, bone, muscle
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Name three things you would NOT do to treat 3rd degree burns.
Definition
1) apply lotion, butter, ice
2) take clothing off of victim
3) submerge in cold water
Term
This type of burn is caused by fire, steam, hot objects, and/or hot liquids.
Definition
heat burn
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This type of burn is caused when the skin is exposed to wet, windy, or cold conditions.
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cold burn
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This type of burn is caused by touching exposed wires.
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electrical burn
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This type of burn is caused by exposing the skin to chili pepper oil, gas, or liquid cleaner.
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chemical burn
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This type of burn is caused by exposing the skin to the sun, tanning booths, xrays, radiation therapy.
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radiation burn
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This type of burn is caused by rubbing of the skin across a surface such as the carpet, road, or floor.
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friction burn
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This type of burn is caused by breathing in toxic gases or carbon dioxide.
Definition
inhalation burn
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epi-
Definition
around
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dermis, derma, derm/o
Definition
skin
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cutaneous
Definition
skin
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erythem/o
Definition
reddened
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seb/o
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relating to oil
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trans-
Definition
across
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