Help
Options
Didn't know it?
click below
click below
Knew it?
click below
click below
Don't Know
Remaining cards (0)
Know
retry
shuffle
restart
0:00
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Chapter 5
Integumentary Sytem
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| apocrine glands | glands located mainly in axillary and anogenital areas that secrete sweat in response to stress and sexual stimulaiton |
| ceruminous gland | gland in the external ear canal that secretes waxy cerumen |
| cutaneous membrane | the skin |
| dermis | the layer of the skin lying immediately under the epidermis |
| eccrine glands | glands located throughout the body that secrete sweat directly onto the skin's surface which helps control body temperature |
| epidermis | the outermost layer of the skin |
| hair follicle | a sheath of epidermis surrounding each hair |
| hypodermis | subcutaneous tissue composed mostly of fat lying under the dermis |
| keratin | a tough fibrous protein that provides structural strength to the skin, hair, and nails |
| melanin | pigment produced by melanocytes that gives color to the hair and skin |
| sebaceous gland | glands that secretes oily substance called sebum into each hair follicle |
| stratum basale | the innermost layer of the epidermis, where new skin cells are germinated |
| stratum corneum | the outer most layer of the epidermis, consisting of dead, flattened cells called keratinocytes |
| subcutaneous | beneath the skin |
| cyanonsis | a deficiency of oxygen in circulating blood that causes a blue tint to the skin |
| jaundice | impaired liver function that allows bile to accumulate and cause a yellow discoloration to the skin and whites of the eyes |
| albinism | a genetic lack of melanin that causes extremely pale skin, white hair, and pink eyes |
| erythema | increased blood flow in dilated blood vessels close to the skin's surface that causes abnormal redness. May be the result of heat, exercise, sunburn, or the emotions of embarrassment or anger |
| pallor | pale skin caused from decreased blood flow that can be from cold temperatures, fear, or emotional stress, low blood pressure, or blood loss |
| clubbing | caused by long-term oxygen defiency usually lung disease. the distal ends of the fingers enlarge and look like a drumstick |
| cyanosis | bluish discoloration of the skin that is often a first sign of oxygen deficiency |
| acne | inflammation of the sebaceous glands, especially during puberty, in which the follicle becomes blocked with keratinocytes and sebum, resulting in whiteheads while continued inflammation causes pus causing pimples |
| dermatitis | inflammation of the skin characterized by itching and redness, often the result of exposure to chemicals or toxins |
| eczema | itchy, red rash caused by an allergy; lesions initially weep or ooze serum and may become crusted thickened or scaly |
| impetigo | contagious bacterial infection of the skin; usually caused by streptococci or staphylococci |
| psoriasis | a recurring skin disorder characterized by red papules and scaly silvery plaques with sharply defined borders |
| tinea | any fungal infection of the skin, usually occurs in most areas such as the groin, axilla, and foot |
| urticaria | allergic reaction resulting in multiple red patches that are intensely itchy |
| first degree burn | partial thickness; superficial; involves only the epdermis, causes redness, swelling, and pain |
| second degree burn | partial thickness, deep burn, involves the epidermis and part of the dermis, causes blistering, pain, and swelling |
| third degree burn | full thickness; extends through the epidermis and dermis into the subcutaneous layer. not initially painful because nerve endings are involved |
Created by:
lindstromjPN110
Popular Nursing sets