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| External covering of the body |
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| Four main functions of skin |
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| protection, regulation, sensation and secretion. |
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| outer layer of skin; divided into 4 strata: Stratum corneum, Stratum lucidum, Stratum granulosum and Stratum germinativum. |
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| forms protective covering for the body. |
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| translucent layer that is frequently absent and not seen in thinner skin |
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| active in the keratinization process, its cells become hard or horny |
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| responsible for the regeneration of the epidermis; sometimes called the mucosum or Malpighii. Melanin is formed in this layer. |
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| Nourishes the epidermis, provides strength and supports blood vessels |
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| Produces ridges that are one's fingerprints |
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| Supports, nourishes, insulates and cushions the skin |
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| provides sensation and some protection for the head. Hair around the eyes, in the nose and in the ears serves to filter out foreign particles |
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| Protects ends of fingers and toes |
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| lubricates the hair and skin |
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| Sweat (sudoriferous) glands |
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| secretes sweat or perspiration, which helps to cool the body by evaporation. Also rids the body of waste. |
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| Via radiation and evaporation |
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| When the body needs to lose heat, the blood vessels in the skin dilate, bringing more blood to the surface for cooling |
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| Sweat glands secrete more sweat for cooling. |
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| secreted by body, ______ is used for lubrication. |
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| Acts to protect the body from dehydration and possible absorption of harmful substances. |
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| Dead cells filled with a protein substance found in the stratum corneum. |
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| Sometimes called the corium or true skin, composed of connective tissue containing lymphatics, nerves and nerve endings, blood vessels, sebaceous and sweat glands, elastic fibers and hair follicles. |
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| The _____ is divided into 2 layers: upper/papillary layer and lower/reticular layer. |
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| Thin, thread-like structure formed by a group of cells that develop within a hair follicle or socket. |
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| The visible portion of hair |
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| part of hair embedded within the follicle. |
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| at the base of each follicle is a loop of capillaries enclosed within connective tissue called____. |
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| horny cell structures of the epidermis and are composed of hard keratin. |
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| body, root, matrix and lunula. |
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| cheese-like substance that covers a fetus until birth |
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| white, pin-head-size papules occuring ont he face and sometimes trunk of a newborn. |
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| inflammatory condition of the sebaceous glands and hair follicles. |
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| a small outgrowth of epidermal and dermal tissue |
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| inflammation of the skin caused by exposure to radiant energy, such as x-rays, ultraviolet light and sunlight. |
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| absence of pigment in the skin, hair and eyes |
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| a condition in which there is a lack or complete absence of sweating |
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| a graft taken from one part of the patient's body and transferred to another part |
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| the process of forcibly tearing off a part or structure of the body, such as a finger or toe. |
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| an epithelial malignant tumor of the skin that rarely metastasizes. it usually begins as a small, shiny papule and enlarges to form a whitish border around a central depression |
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| an injury in which part of the body surface is torn by an insect, animal, or human, resulting in an abrasion, puncture or laceration. |
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| an acute, painful nodule formed in the subcutaneous layers of the skin, gland or hair follicle; most often caused by the invasion of staphylocci |
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| an injury to tissue caused by heat, fire, chemical agents, electricity, lightning, or radiation; |
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| an infection of the skin or mucous membranes with any species of Candida, but chiefly Candida albicans. |
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| an infection of the subcutaneous tissue, usually composed of a cluster of boils |
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| intense burning pain associated with trophic skin changes in the hand or foot after trauma to the part. |
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| inflammation of cellular or connective tissue |
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| the scar left after the healing of a wound |
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| a horny induration and thickening of the skin on the toes caused by ill-fitting shoes |
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| a bladder or sac; a closed sac that contains fluid, semifluid or solid material |
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| literally means lying down; a bedsore |
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| the separation or bursting open of a surgical wound |
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| one who specializes in the study of the skin |
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| an instrument used to cut the skin for grafting |
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| a skin condition caused by a fungus |
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| a condition in which the blood seeps into the skin causing discolorations ranging from blue-black to greenish yellow |
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| an inflammatory skin disease of the epidermis |
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| a redness of the skin, may be caused by capillary congestion, inflammation, heat, sunlight or cold temperature |
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| abnormal redness of the skin occurring over widespread areas of the body |
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| abrasion of the epidermis by scratching, trauma, chemicals, burns, etc. |
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| the production of pus or serum |
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| inflammation of a follicle or follicles |
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| an inflammatory skin disease caused by a herpes virus |
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| inflammation of the sweat glands |
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| eruption of itching and burning swellings on the skin. |
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| a condition of excessive sweating |
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| pertaining to under the skin or inserted under the skin, as an injection |
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| a skin infection marked by vesicles or bullae; usually caused by streptocooi or staphylococci |
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| a covering; the skin, consisting of the dermis and epidermis |
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| pertaining to within the skin, as an injection |
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| yellow; a symptom of a disease in which there is excessive bile in the blood; the skin, whites of the eyes and mucous membranes are yellow |
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| overgrowth of scar tissue caused by excessive collagen formation |
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| a flat, brownish spot on the skin sometimes caused by exposure to the sun and weather; freckle |
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| localized loss of pigmentation of the skin |
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| white spots or patches formed on the mucous membrane of the tongue or cheek; the spots are smooth, hard and irregular in shape and may become malignant |
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| originally used to describe a destructive type of skin lesion; current usage of the word is usually in combination with the words vulgaris or erythematosus. |
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| a cancerous tumor that has black pigmentation |
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| a malignant black mole or tumor |
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| called "prickly heat" and is commonly seen in newborns and/or infants. It is caused by excessive body warmth. There is retention of sweat in the sweat glands, which have become blocked or inflamed, and then rupture or leak into the skin. |
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| a pigmented, elevated spot above the surface of the skin |
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| inflammation of the nails |
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| a condition of the nail caused by a fungus |
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| an infectious condition of the marginal structures around the nail |
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| a condition of infestation with lice |
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| small, pinpoint, purplish hemorrhagic spots on the skin |
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| a chronic skin disease characterized by pink or dull-red lesions surmounted by silvery scaling. |
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| a purplish discoloration of the skin caused by extravasation of blood into the tissues |
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| plastic surgery for the removal of wrinkles |
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| any rose-colored rash marked by maculae or red spots on the skin |
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| a systemic disease caused by a virus and characterized by a rash and fever; also called German measles and three-day measles |
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| a contagious disease characterized by fever, inflammation of the mucous membranes and rose-colored spots on the skin; also called measles |
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| a contagious skin disease characterized by papules, vesicles, pustules, burrows and intense itching; it is caused by the itch mite |
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| the mark left by the healing process of a wound, sore or injury |
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| a chronic condition with hardening of the skin and other connective tissues of the body |
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| excessive flow of oil from the sebaceous glands |
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| the fatty or oil secretion of sebaceous glands of the skin |
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| A condition occurring in older people wherein there is dry skin and localized scaling caused by excessive exposure to the sun. |
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| streaks or lines on the breasts, thighs, abdomen, or buttocks caused by weakening of elastic tissue. |
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| pertaining to below the skin, as an injection |
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| pertaining to below the nail |
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| tight, firm; to pull or draw tight a surface, such as the skin |
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| dilation of small blood vessels that may appear as a "birthmark" |
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| inability to distinguish between the sensations of heat and cold |
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| contagious skin diseases affecting both man and domestic animals, caused by certain fungi, and marked by the localized appearance of discolored, scaly patches on the skin; also called ringworm |
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| a fungus condition of the hair |
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| an open lesion or sore of the epidermis or mucous membrane |
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| a contagious viral disease characterized by fever, headache, and a crop of red spots that become macules, papules, vesicles and crusts; also called chicken pox |
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| a skin condition characterized by milk-white patches surrounded by areas or normal pigmentation |
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| an elevation of viral origin on the epidermis |
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| an injury to soft tissue caused by trauma; generally classified as open or closed |
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| abnormal dryness of skin, mucous membranes or the conjunctiva. |
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| also known as a bedsore or pressure ulcer, it is an area of skin and tissue that becomes injured or broken down |
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| a reddened area on the skin that, when pressed, is "non-blanchable". |
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| The skin blisters or forms an open sore. The area around the sore may be red and irritated |
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| Stage III Decubitus ulcer |
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| The skin breakdown now looks like a crater where there is damage to the tissue below the skin. |
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| The pressure ulcer has become so deep that there is damage to the muscle and bone, and sometimes tendons and joints. |
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| disease in which malignant cells are found in the epidermis. |
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| squamous, basal & melanocytes |
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| Three types of cells in the epidermis |
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Asymmetry; the shape of one half does not match the other
Border; edges are ragged, notched or blurred
Color; is uneven. Shades of black, brown or tan. Areas of white, red or blue may be seen
Diameter; there is a change in size. |
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Substances that are generally oily in nature; used for dry skin caused by aging, excessive bathing and psoriasis.
Ex. Dermassage and Desitin |
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Agents that cause or promote loosening of horny (keratin) layers of the skin; may be used for acne, warts, psoriasis, corns, calluses and fungal infections.
Ex. Compound W. |
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Agents that inhibit the conduction of nerve impulses from sensory nerves and thereby reduce pain and discomfort; may be used topically to reduce discomfort associated with insect bites, burns and poison ivy.
Ex. Xylocaine |
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Agents that prevent or relieve itching
Ex. Denadryl |
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Agents that destroy or stop the growth of microorganisms; used to prevent infection associated with minor skin abrasions and to treat superficial skin infections and acne.
Ex. Neosporin |
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Agents that destroy or inhibit the growth of fungi and yeast; used to treat fungus and/or yeast infection of the skin, nails and scalp.
Ex. Lotrimin |
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| Agents that combat specific viral diseases. |
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used to relieve the swelling, tenderness, redness and pain of inflammation. Topically applied corticosteroids are used in the treatment of dermatitis and psoriasis.
Ex. Hydrocortisone |
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| prevent or inhibit the growth of pathogens; generally applied to the surface of living tissue. |
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| Tests performed to identify the presence of the Tubercle bacilli. The tine, Heaf or Mantoux test may be used. The tine and Heaf test are intradermal tests performed using a sterile, disposable, multiple-puncture lancet. The tuberculin is on metal tines that are pressed into the skin. A hardened raised area at the test site 48-72 hours later indicates the presence of the pathogens in the blood. |
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| Test performed on sweat to determine the level of chloride concentration on the skin. |
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| A microscopic examination of a small piece of tissue that has been surgically scraped from a pustule. The specimen is placed on a slide and stained and the type of viral infection can be identified. |
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| A test done on wound exudate to determine the presence of microorganisms. An effective antibiotic can be prescribed for identified microbes. |
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| Any skin lesion that exhibits signs or characteristics of malignancy may be excised and examined microscopically to establish a diagnosis. Usually only a small piece of living tissue is needed for examination |
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| fever of undetermined origin |
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| National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel |
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| psoralen-ultraviolet light |
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| systemic lupus erythematosus |
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| split thickness skin graft |
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| transdermal therapeutic system |
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