Question 1

In a condition known as sunstroke,the victim appears flushed,the skin is warm and dry,and the body temperature rises dramatically.Explain these observations based on what you know concerning the role of the skin in thermoregulation.

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Question 2

A bacterial infection that is often fatal in burn patients is called
A)sepsis.
B)necrosis.
C)toxis.
D)pernicious.
E)noxious.

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Sepsis is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by the body's response to infection. Burn patients are at high risk of developing sepsis, which can be caused by bacterial infections.

Question 3

The combination of blood clot,fibroblasts,and extensive capillary network that is formed in injured skin is called ________ tissue.
A)germinative
B)spinous
C)fibrocytic
D)granulation
E)abscess

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The combination of blood clot, fibroblasts, and extensive capillary network that is formed in injured skin is called granulation tissue.

Question 4

Many lipid-soluble medications can be delivered by diffusion across the skin.This process is called transdermal administration and is commonly done by applying patches that contain the medication to the surface of the skin.These patches can be attached anywhere on the skin except the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet.Why?

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Question 5

Explain how to use the mnemonic ABCD when checking for signs of skin cancer.

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Question 6

If epithelial cell migration cannot cover a wound,________ may be required.
A)radiation therapy
B)skin grafts
C)chemotherapy
D)amputation
E)a biopsy

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If epithelial cell migration cannot cover a wound, skin grafts may be required. Skin grafts involve transplanting healthy skin from one area of the body to the wounded area, providing new epithelial cells to cover the wound. Other options such as radiation therapy or chemotherapy are not typically used for wound healing, while amputation would not be necessary if the wound can be treated with skin grafts. A biopsy is not relevant to treating a wound.

Question 7

Vanessa's 80-year-old grandmother sets her thermostat at 26°C (80°F)and wears a sweater on balmy spring days.When asked why,the grandmother says she feels cold.What is a possible cause for her feeling cold?

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Question 8

Explain why warm,dry climates feel cooler than warm,humid climates,even though the air temperatures are the same.

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Question 9

A new mother notices that her 6-month-old infant has a yellow-orange complexion.Fearful that the child may have jaundice,she takes him to her pediatrician.After examining the child and learning about the infant's diet,the pediatrician declares him perfectly healthy and advises the mother to watch the child's diet.What is likely the cause for the change in skin color?

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Question 10

Why is scab formation important in wound healing?

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Question 11

Why is a subcutaneous injection with a hypodermic needle a useful method of administering drugs?

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Question 12

Why is regional infection or inflammation of the skin usually very painful?

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Quiz 5: The Integumentary System