Question 1

The reason the hypodermis acts as a shock absorber is that ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   it is located just below the epidermis and protects the dermis from shock
B)   the cells that make up the hypodermis secrete a protective mucus
C)   it has no delicate nerve endings and can therefore absorb more shock
D)   the major part of its makeup is adipose, which serves as an effective shock absorber

Question 2

Figure 5.2
Using Figure 5.2, match the following:
-Reticular layer of the dermis.

Accepted Answer

A)  A
B)  B
C)  C
D)  D

Question 3

Billions of consumer dollars are spent for deodorants and antiperspirants each year.Explain the production of body odors frequently associated with axillary skin.

Accepted Answer

Sweat is mostly an odorless wa...

Question 4

Melanocytes and keratinocytes work together in protecting the skin from UV damage when keratinocytes ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   maintain the appropriate pH in order for the melanocyte to synthesize melanin granules
B)   maintain the appropriate temperature so the product of the melanocyte will not denature
C)   accumulate the melanin granules on their superficial portion, forming a UV-blocking pigment layer
D)   provide the melanocyte with nutrients necessary for melanin synthesis

Question 5

A patient has skin that is slightly blue in color.A likely treatment for this person might be ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   encouraging the patient to eat more orange colored vegetables (rich in beta carotene) 
B)   exposing the patient to more sunlight.
C)   giving the patient supplemental oxygen by mask
D)   increasing fluids through IV therapy

Question 6

Match the following:
-Cell remnants of the stratum corneum.

Accepted Answer

A)  Keratinocytes
B)  Keratin
C)  Cornified keratinocytes
D)  Dendritic cells
E)  Merkel disc

Question 7

Despite its apparent durability,the dermis is subject to tearing.How might a person know that the dermis has been previously stretched and/or torn?

Accepted Answer

A)   The blood vessels in the dermis rupture and the blood passes through the tissue, causing permanent "black-and-blue marks."
B)   The appearance of visible, silvery-white scars is an indication of stretching of the dermis.
C)   The stretching causes the tension lines to disappear.
D)   There is an episode of acute pain due to the large number of tactile corpuscles.

Question 8

In addition to protection (physical and chemical barrier) ,the skin serves other functions.Which of the following is another vital function of the skin?

Accepted Answer

A)   It aids in the transport of materials throughout the body.
B)   The cells of the epidermis store glucose as glycogen for energy.
C)   It converts modified epidermal cholesterol to a vitamin D precursor important to calcium metabolism.
D)   It absorbs vitamin C so that the skin will not be subject to diseases.

Question 9

The reason that the nail bed appears pink is the presence of a large number of melanocytes in the underlying dermis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Figure 5.1
Using Figure 5.1, match the following:
-Responsible for shock absorption and located in the hypodermis.

Accepted Answer

A)  A
B)  E
C)  C
D)  D
E)  B

Question 11

The Waldorf family was caught in a fire but escaped.Unfortunately,the father and daughter suffered burns.The father had second-degree burns on his entire chest,abdomen,and both arms,and third-degree burns on his entire left lower extremity.The daughter suffered first-degree burns on her whole head and neck and second-degree burns throughout both lower extremities.
a.What percentage of the father's body was covered by burns?
b.What percentage of the daughter's body received first-degree burns?
c.What part of the daughter's body has both the dermis and epidermis involved?
d.The father experiences a good deal of pain in the area of the chest and
abdomen,but little pain in the leg.Why?

Accepted Answer

a.45% (18% anterior torso + 9% both arms...

Question 12

Water loss through the epidermis could cause a serious threat to health and well-being.Which of the following protects us against excessive water loss through the skin?

Accepted Answer

A)   Glycolipids that are secreted by keratinocytes into extracellular spaces.
B)   The dermis is the thickest portion of the skin and water cannot pass through it.
C)   Fat associated with skin prevents water loss.
D)   The size and shape of the cells that make up the stratum spinosum, as well as the thick bundles of intermediate filaments.

Question 13

Changes in the color of skin are often an indication of a homeostatic imbalance.Which of the following changes would suggest that a patient is suffering from Addison's disease?

Accepted Answer

A)   The skin takes on a bronze or metallic appearance.
B)   Black-and-blue marks become evident for no apparent cause.
C)   It is impossible to suggest Addison's disease from an inspection of a person's skin.
D)   The skin appears to have an abnormal, yellowish tint.

Question 14

Figure 5.1
Using Figure 5.1, match the following:
-Region that thickens markedly when one gains weight.

Accepted Answer

A)  A
B)  E
C)  C
D)  D
E)  B

Question 15

Figure 5.2
Using Figure 5.2, match the following:
-Papillary layer of the dermis.

Accepted Answer

A)  A
B)  B
C)  C
D)  D

Question 16

Balding men have tried all kinds of remedies,including hair transplants,to restore their lost locks.Explain the cause of male pattern baldness.

Accepted Answer

It appears to be genetically d...

Question 17

Figure 5.1
Using Figure 5.1, match the following:
-Site of the dermal ridges that produce epidermal ridges on the epidermal surfaces of the fingers.

Accepted Answer

A)  A
B)  E
C)  C
D)  D
E)  B

Question 18

The friction ridges seen in finger,palm and foot prints are different among various people but very similar between identical twins.This evidence suggests which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)   That friction ridges change over time.
B)   That friction ridges aid in griping.
C)   That friction ridges allow for better tactile sensation.
D)   That friction ridges are genetically determined.

Question 19

Burns that result in injury to the epidermis and the upper regions of the dermis is called a ________ burn.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Burns that result in injury to the...

Question 20

Match the following:
-Appearance of a permanent tan; bronzing.

Accepted Answer

A)  Addison's disease
B)  Jaundice
C)  Pallor
D)  Erythema
E)  Cyanosis

Exam 5: The Integumentary System

Despite its apparent durability,the dermis is subject to tearing.How might a person know that the dermis has been previously stretched and/or torn?

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The reason that the nail bed appears pink is the presence of a large number of melanocytes in the underlying dermis.

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In addition to protection (physical and chemical barrier) ,the skin serves other functions.Which of the following is another vital function of the skin?

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The friction ridges seen in finger,palm and foot prints are different among various people but very similar between identical twins.This evidence suggests which of the following?

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Changes in the color of skin are often an indication of a homeostatic imbalance.Which of the following changes would suggest that a patient is suffering from Addison's disease?

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Billions of consumer dollars are spent for deodorants and antiperspirants each year.Explain the production of body odors frequently associated with axillary skin.

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Sweat is mostly an odorless wa...
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Figure 5.1 Using Figure 5.1, match the following: -Site of the dermal ridges that produce epidermal ridges on the epidermal surfaces of the fingers.

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Figure 5.1 Using Figure 5.1, match the following: -Region that thickens markedly when one gains weight.

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Melanocytes and keratinocytes work together in protecting the skin from UV damage when keratinocytes ________.

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Figure 5.2 Using Figure 5.2, match the following: -Papillary layer of the dermis.

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Figure 5.1 Using Figure 5.1, match the following: -Responsible for shock absorption and located in the hypodermis.

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Match the following: -Cell remnants of the stratum corneum.

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Burns that result in injury to the epidermis and the upper regions of the dermis is called a ________ burn.

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The reason the hypodermis acts as a shock absorber is that ________.

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A patient has skin that is slightly blue in color.A likely treatment for this person might be ________.

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Match the following: -Appearance of a permanent tan; bronzing.

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Figure 5.2 Using Figure 5.2, match the following: -Reticular layer of the dermis.

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Balding men have tried all kinds of remedies,including hair transplants,to restore their lost locks.Explain the cause of male pattern baldness.

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Water loss through the epidermis could cause a serious threat to health and well-being.Which of the following protects us against excessive water loss through the skin?

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Despite its apparent durability,the dermis is subject to tearing.How might a person know that the dermis has been previously stretched and/or torn?

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The reason that the nail bed appears pink is the presence of a large number of melanocytes in the underlying dermis.

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In addition to protection (physical and chemical barrier) ,the skin serves other functions.Which of the following is another vital function of the skin?

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The friction ridges seen in finger,palm and foot prints are different among various people but very similar between identical twins.This evidence suggests which of the following?

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Changes in the color of skin are often an indication of a homeostatic imbalance.Which of the following changes would suggest that a patient is suffering from Addison's disease?

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Billions of consumer dollars are spent for deodorants and antiperspirants each year.Explain the production of body odors frequently associated with axillary skin.

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Figure 5.1 Using Figure 5.1, match the following: -Site of the dermal ridges that produce epidermal ridges on the epidermal surfaces of the fingers.

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Figure 5.1 Using Figure 5.1, match the following: -Region that thickens markedly when one gains weight.

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Melanocytes and keratinocytes work together in protecting the skin from UV damage when keratinocytes ________.

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Figure 5.2 Using Figure 5.2, match the following: -Papillary layer of the dermis.

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Figure 5.1 Using Figure 5.1, match the following: -Responsible for shock absorption and located in the hypodermis.

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Burns that result in injury to the epidermis and the upper regions of the dermis is called a ________ burn.

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The reason the hypodermis acts as a shock absorber is that ________.

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A patient has skin that is slightly blue in color.A likely treatment for this person might be ________.

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Match the following: -Appearance of a permanent tan; bronzing.

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Figure 5.2 Using Figure 5.2, match the following: -Reticular layer of the dermis.

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Balding men have tried all kinds of remedies,including hair transplants,to restore their lost locks.Explain the cause of male pattern baldness.

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