Quiz 5: Integumentary System

Which of the following functions is associated with the skin? A) fat production B) protection against ultraviolet radiation of the sun C) vitamin A production D) regulation of body pH E) vitamin C production

The layer of epithelium that covers the skin is called the A) hypodermis. B) epidermis. C) dermis. D) papillary layer. E) mesodermis.

This condition is characterized by a thicker-than-normal stratus corneum producing large silvery scales. A) eczema B) psoriasis C) vitiligo D) decubitus ulcer E) bullae

Which type of skin cancer is the most common? A) Kaposi's sarcoma B) melanoma C) psoriasis D) basal cell carcinoma E) squamous cell carcinoma

Melanoma can be detected early and treated with the application of a special rule. Which of the following is NOT a test used to determine if a mole is cancerous? A) freckles B) diameter C) border D) asymmetry E) color

Which type of skin cancer is the most deadly? A) Kaposi's sarcoma B) basal cell carcinoma C) melanoma D) squamous cell carcinoma E) psoriasis

Which of the following statements concerning the epidermis is true? A) The epidermis contains numerous blood vessels. B) The epidermis is very permeable to water-soluble molecules. C) The epidermis is nourished by blood vessels located in the dermis. D) The most numerous cells in the epidermis are the melanocytes. E) The dermis is superficial to the epidermis.

The epidermis A) is composed of loose connective tissue. B) is made up mostly of melanocytes. C) is composed of the reticular and papillary layers. D) is thicker than the dermis. E) contains no blood vessels.

Which cells of the epidermis are part of the immune system? A) keratinocytes B) Langerhans cells C) melanocytes D) fibroblasts E) Merkel cells

Fingerprints and footprints are produced by projections into the epidermis called A) cleavage lines. B) dermal striae. C) dermal papillae. D) reticular lines. E) melanocytes.

Parallel curving ridges of dermis that shape the overlying epidermis into fingerprints A) improve the grip of the hands. B) are caused by the pattern of the reticular layer of the dermis. C) are associated with thin skin. D) decrease friction on surfaces where they are located. E) tend to make the surface smooth.

Keratinocytes A) produce skin pigments in cell organelles called melanosomes. B) are responsible for the reduction of water loss from the skin. C) determine thickness of the skin. D) are special cells of the immune system. E) are found in both the dermal and the epidermal layers of the skin.

Keratinization A) occurs in the dermis. B) produces a layer of cells that resist abrasion. C) determines skin color. D) results in the formation of new epidermal cells. E) does not affect permeability characteristics of the epidermis.

As skin cells move toward the surface of the body, they produce a protein that reduces water loss. This process is called A) desquamation. B) pollination. C) keratinization. D) germination. E) melaninization.

A malfunction of the process of keratinization results in the condition known as A) acne. B) psoriasis. C) jaundice. D) cyanosis. E) impetigo.

The layer of epidermis that undergoes mitosis and forms new epidermal cells is the A) stratum lucidum. B) stratum granulosum. C) stratum basale. D) stratum corneum. E) stratum dermum.

The stratum basale A) contains cells that undergo meiosis to form new epidermal cells. B) has a mixture of living and dead cells - mostly dead. C) is easily shed when you rub your hands together. D) contains many blood vessels that nourish the epidermis. E) contains cells that undergo mitosis to form new epidermal cells.

The term "stratum germinativum" is sometimes used to refer to the A) stratum granulosum. B) stratum basale. C) stratum lucidum. D) stratum spinosum. E) stratum corneum.

In which layer of the epidermis are lamellar bodies formed inside keratinocytes? A) stratum corneum B) stratum spinosum C) stratum granulosum D) stratum basale E) stratum lucidum

In which layer of the epidermis are granules of keratohyalin formed? A) stratum basale B) stratum granulosum C) stratum spinosum D) stratum corneum E) stratum lucidum

Which layer of the epidermis is found in only a few areas of the body? A) stratum lucidum B) stratum spinosum C) stratum granulosum D) stratum corneum E) stratum basale

This layer of skin is composed of keratinocytes. A) epidermis B) hypodermis C) papillary layer D) reticular layer E) stretch marks

Excessive shedding of this layer of the epidermis of the scalp is responsible for dandruff. A) stratum corneum B) stratum basale C) stratum lucidum D) stratum granulosum E) stratum spinosum

Which of the following represents the correct order of the layers of the epidermis from the deepest to the most superficial? A) stratum basale, stratum spinosum, stratum granulosum, stratum lucidum, and stratum corneum B) stratum basale, stratum granulosum, stratum lucidum, stratum spinosum, and stratum corneum C) stratum spinosum, stratum basale, stratum lucidum, stratum corneum, and stratum granulosum D) stratum lucidum, stratum granulosum, stratum corneum, stratum basale, and stratum spinosum E) stratum corneum, stratum lucidum, stratum granulosum, stratum spinosum, stratum basale

This stratum contains many layers of dead squamous cells. A) stratum lucidum B) stratum spinosum C) stratum granulosum D) stratum basale E) stratum corneum

The layer of the epidermis in which there is the greatest amount of mitotic activity. A) stratum granulosum B) stratum corneum C) stratum lucidum D) stratum spinosum E) stratum basale

This epidermal stratum has several layers of cells held together by desmosomes. A) stratum granulosum B) stratum spinosum C) stratum lucidum D) stratum basale E) stratum corneum

What protein is found in the nails, hair, and epidermis? A) keratin B) collagen C) melanin D) elastin E) carotene

This layer is found only in thick skin. A) stratum corneum B) stratum granulosum C) stratum lucidum D) stratum basale E) stratum spinosum

Thick skin A) has three different epidermal strata. B) has fewer layers of cells in the stratum corneum than thin skin. C) is found in areas subject to pressure or friction such as palms. D) is found covering most of the body. E) is determined by the thickness of the dermis.

Thin skin has only four epithelial strata. It lacks which of the following? A) stratum basale B) stratum granulosum C) stratum spinosum D) stratum lucidum E) stratum corneum

What will develop when the skin is subjected to excess friction or pressure? A) papillae B) stretch marks C) callus D) melanoma E) carcinoma

Skin color is the result of the A) amount of fat in the hypodermis. B) quantity of melanin in the skin. C) number of melanocytes in the skin. D) number of keratinocytes in the skin. E) thickness of the stratum basale.

Melanin production can be influenced by A) genetics. B) hormones. C) exposure to sunlight. D) pregnancy. E) All of these choices are correct.

Melanin A) is transferred to other cells by osmosis. B) is absent in individuals known as albinos. C) is a pigment produced by cells in the stratum corneum. D) makes the skin lighter. E) is increased with exposure to infrared light.

Which of the following statements regarding melanin is true? A) Men produce more melanin than women. B) In Addison's disease, less melanin is produced. C) During pregnancy melanin production is increased. D) Both melanocytes and keratinocytes produce melanin. E) Melanin is a white pigment.

Light-skinned races such as Caucasians have A) approximately the same number of melanocytes as races with darker skins. B) more melanocytes than races with darker skins. C) fewer melanocytes than races with darker skins. D) more melanin in their skin. E) a different kind of melanin in their skin.

The blue color of superficial blood vessels results from A) a lack of oxygen in the blood. B) the light-scattering properties of collagen. C) the superficial location of skin pigments. D) an increase in arterial blood circulating in the area. E) a lack of melanin in the area.

The bluish tinge of skin due to a reduction of oxygen in the blood is called A) desquamation. B) hemolysis. C) cyanosis. D) carotenosis. E) albinism.

Exposure to ultraviolet light causes the skin to darken by stimulating the A) breakdown of carotene. B) breakdown of melanin. C) activity of the keratinocytes. D) activity of the enzyme tyrosinase. E) buildup of bilirubin.

This condition involves the development of white patches on the skin caused by the loss of melanocytes. A) psoriasis B) decubitus ulcer C) eczema D) bullae E) vitiligo

A yellow pigment derived from plants that can impart a yellow color to the skin is A) albinism. B) cyanosis. C) carotene. D) dermatitis. E) melanosomes.

A genetic disease characterized by the inability to produce melanin is A) cyanosis. B) melanosomes. C) albinism. D) carotene. E) dermatitis.

The vesicles that contain melanin are A) cyanosis. B) carotene. C) dermatitis. D) albinism. E) melanosomes.

Melanin is produced only by A) keratinocytes. B) Langerhans cells. C) melanocytes. D) basal cells. E) Merkel's cells.

A victim of an automobile accident goes into shock, which results in decreased blood flow. The victim's skin will A) have a reddish hue. B) not change color. C) become bright red. D) become pale. E) develop a yellow tint.

The skin discoloration most likely to result from liver disease is A) cyanosis. B) jaundice. C) hematoma. D) pallor. E) erythema.

Cedric slipped and cut his finger. The cut bled, but did not penetrate to the hypodermis. The deepest layer penetrated was the A) stratum corneum. B) papillary layer of the dermis. C) stratum spinosum. D) stratum basale. E) stratum granulosum.

Inflammation of the skin is called dermatitis or A) psoriasis. B) vitiligo. C) bullae. D) eczema. E) decubitus ulcer.

Stretch marks develop on the abdomen of pregnant women because of stretching and rupture of the A) epidermis. B) melanocytes. C) stratum corneum. D) hypodermis. E) dermis.

Which of the following is an inflammatory condition of the skin? A) dermatitis. B) albinism. C) melanosomes. D) carotene. E) cyanosis.

The dermis A) does not contain connective tissue. B) is divided into three distinct layers. C) functions as padding and insulation. D) contains no blood vessels. E) is responsible for most of the skin's structural strength.

Vitamin C is essential for normal collagen synthesis. If a child suffered from a vitamin C deficiency, which layer of the skin would be most affected? A) epidermis B) stratum basale C) stratum corneum D) stratum granulosum E) reticular layer of dermis

Rupturing the dermis may cause these to develop. A) reticular layer B) papillary layer C) hypodermis D) epidermis E) stretch marks

This is the dermal layer closest to the epidermis. A) epidermis B) reticular layer C) papillary layer D) stretch marks E) hypodermis

This is the main fibrous layer of the dermis. A) hypodermis B) stretch marks C) reticular layer D) papillary layer E) epidermis

When comparing the dermis with the hypodermis, the dermis A) is a more vascular tissue than the hypodermis. B) and the hypodermis do not contain collagen. C) contains melanocytes; the hypodermis does not. D) is divided into two layers; the hypodermis is not. E) has more fat cells than the hypodermis.

If you accidentally cut your arm and see connective tissue and fat, which layer(s) was/were cut? A) stratum corneum B) stratum basale C) dermis D) hypodermis E) all of these layers

A subcutaneous injection delivers medication into the A) joint. B) dermis. C) hypodermis. D) muscle. E) epidermis.

Adipose tissue in the hypodermis A) provides protection against infection. B) serves as a storage site for fat, which can be used for energy. C) connects the dermis with the epidermis. D) is absent in infants. E) helps to lower body temperature.

Which of the following statements concerning the hypodermis is false? A) The hypodermis attaches the skin to underlying bone and muscle. B) Hypodermis is composed of dense connective tissue with collagen and elastin fibers. C) Hypodermis is referred to as subcutaneous tissue. D) The main cell types of the hypodermis are fibroblasts, fat cells, and macrophages. E) The hypodermis is a site of fat storage.

This is the site of fat storage in the skin. A) epidermis B) papillary layer C) reticular layer D) hypodermis E) stretch marks

Delicate unpigmented hairs that cover the fetus in early development are called A) terminal hairs. B) secondary hairs. C) primary hairs. D) vellus hairs. E) lanugo hairs.

At birth the hairs of the scalp, eyelids, and eyebrows are replaced by coarser pigmented hairs called A) lanugo hairs. B) primary hairs. C) pubic hairs. D) vellus hairs. E) terminal hairs.

Which of the following statements is true? A) Hair in the axillary region is vellus hair after puberty. B) At puberty, much of the vellus hair is replaced with terminal hair. C) Both vellus and terminal hairs are pigmented. D) In males, the hairs of the beard are vellus hairs. E) The majority of hair on the chest is vellus hair.

The portion of a hair that protrudes above the surface of the skin is the A) hair root. B) hair follicle. C) hair shaft. D) hair bulb. E) dermal papilla.

Which of the following statements is true? A) The hair follicle has a hypodermal root sheath. B) Both the hair root and hair shaft contain living cells. C) The matrix forms the hair surface. D) The hair follicle is not associated with sebaceous glands. E) Undamaged hair follicles can help regenerate damaged epithelium.

The length of hair is determined by the A) size of the hair bulb. B) age of the person. C) length of the resting stage. D) angle of the hair root. E) rate of hair growth.

Baldness A) occurs only in men. B) is more common in men than in women. C) is not genetic. D) is related to estrogen levels. E) is related to levels of growth hormone.

All of the following statements concerning hair are true except one. Identify the exception. A) In pattern baldness, those hair follicles present begin to produce vellus hair. B) Hair growth occurs in cycles, with growth and resting stages. C) Some loss of hair is normal and indicates old hairs are being pushed out by new hairs. D) Genetic factors and testosterone cause pattern baldness. E) The growth rate of all types of hair is the same.

The outer surface of the hair is called the A) medulla. B) shaft. C) hair bulb. D) cuticle. E) root.

The central axis of the hair is the A) shaft. B) cuticle. C) root. D) medulla. E) hair bulb.

An expanded knob at the base of the hair root is the A) medulla. B) cuticle. C) hair bulb. D) root. E) shaft.

The portion of the hair below the surface of the skin is the A) medulla. B) shaft. C) cuticle. D) root. E) hair bulb.

That portion of the hair that extends above the surface of the skin is the A) cuticle. B) hair bulb. C) root. D) medulla. E) shaft.

Which of the following hair colors is the result of a decrease in melanin? A) red B) white C) brown D) auburn E) black

Lead poisoning can be detected by doing an analysis of A) sweat. B) skin folds. C) hair. D) skin. E) nails.

Bob was completely bald on the top of his head by the time he was 35 years of age. Bob noticed he produced abundant sweat on his head when he exercised. He also noticed that his scalp was no longer oily. Which of the following changes account for the observations? (1) He has fewer functional hair follicles now. (2) He has fewer functional sebaceous glands now. (3) He has fewer merocrine sweat glands now. (4) He has fewer apocrine sweat glands now. A) 1, 3, 4 B) 1, 2, 3, 4 C) 1, 2 D) 1, 2, 4 E) 1, 2, 3

When the arrector pili muscles contract A) the body is able to lose heat. B) no change is noted on the skin surface. C) the hair on your arms and legs begins to curl. D) the sweat glands empty their contents onto the surface of the skin. E) "goose bumps" form on the skin.

Which of the following statements is false? A) Sebaceous secretions are lipid soluble. B) Secretions from sebaceous glands oil the hair and skin. C) Secretions from sebaceous glands provide protection against bacteria. D) Most sebaceous glands are connected by a duct to the upper portion of the hair follicle. E) Sebaceous glands are an example of apocrine glands.

The activity of apocrine sweat glands A) gives the skin a healthy glow. B) produces sweat on the palm of the hand. C) leads to body odor. D) produces cerumen. E) produces an oily secretion.

Eccrine sweat glands A) are not involved in the homeostasis of body temperature. B) produce a secretion that oils the hair and skin. C) serve as "anchors" for the arrector pili muscles. D) produce a secretion that protects the body from growth of bacteria. E) aid in cooling the body.

Sweat A) reaches the body only through the hair follicles. B) is not associated with emotions. C) contains only water. D) is produced by a merocrine or apocrine gland. E) is a hypertonic fluid.

Skin glands do not include A) sweat glands. B) sebaceous glands. C) mammary glands. D) salivary glands. E) ceruminous glands.

Body odor results from secretions from the ______ sweat glands. A) eccrine B) apocrine C) sebaceous D) merocrine E) ceruminous

Nails A) are part of the dermis. B) are soft keratin. C) protect the ends of digits. D) alternate between growing and resting stages. E) grow from their free edges.

The nail root and the nail body attach to the A) nail groove. B) hyponychium. C) nail bed. D) lunula. E) hypodermis.

The epidermal layer that is present in the nail bed and the nail matrix is the A) stratum basale. B) stratum corneum. C) stratum lucidum. D) stratum lunula. E) stratum spinosum.

Nail cells are produced by the A) nail groove. B) nail body. C) cuticle. D) lunula. E) nail matrix.

The nail proper is composed of the A) stratum corneum. B) stratum lucidum. C) stratum germinativum. D) stratum spinosum. E) All of these choices are correct.

The stratum corneum beneath the free edge of the nail is the A) nail root. B) eponychium. C) hyponychium. D) nail fold. E) nail body.

The skin that covers the lateral and proximal edges of the nail is the A) hyponychium. B) nail root. C) nail fold. D) eponychium. E) nail body.

The proximal portion of the nail is the A) nail root. B) hyponychium. C) nail body. D) nail fold. E) eponychium.

The distal portion of the nail is the A) nail body. B) eponychium. C) nail fold. D) hyponychium. E) nail root.

What is synonymous with the cuticle? A) nail fold B) eponychium C) nail body D) hyponychium E) nail root

One type of experimental contraceptive device is a skin patch that contains a chemical absorbed through the skin. Which of the following substances might be the type of chemical involved? A) proteins B) carbohydrates C) lipid-soluble substances D) amino acids E) water-soluble substances

Impetigo is caused by the bacterium A) Luteus. B) Herpes. C) Propionibacterium. D) Staphylococcus. E) Streptococcus.

Ringworm is an infection of the skin, hair, and nails caused by a A) parasite. B) virus. C) inflammation. D) bacterium. E) fungus.

Another name for a bedsore is A) psoriasis. B) vitiligo. C) decubitus ulcer. D) eczema. E) bullae.

Intact skin provides protection because A) the skin enhances water loss from the body. B) macrophages roam in the epidermis. C) its secretions keep the skin slightly alkaline. D) the skin contains components of the excretory system. E) it forms a physical barrier against the entry of microbes.

By covering the whole body surface, the skin acts as a protective barrier and plays a role in A) respiration. B) circulation. C) digestion. D) excretion. E) immunity.

An abrasion of the skin results in which of the following? A) fluid retention by the kidney B) increased melanin production C) portal of entry for microorganisms D) loss of cell regeneration ability E) irreversible damage to the epidermis

Due to the contraction of smooth muscle in the walls of the dermal blood vessels, A) body heat is conserved. B) more blood enters into the heart. C) more blood flows to the skin. D) body temperature tends to drop in that area. E) the blood vessels become dilated.

An increase in body temperature causes A) sweating. B) an increase in melanin production. C) an increase in keratinization of the skin. D) arterioles in the dermis to constrict. E) arrector pili muscles to contract.

Which of the following will help cool the body? A) decreased blood flow to the skin B) absorption of excess sweat C) evaporation of sweat from the skin's surface D) absorption of ultraviolet light rays by the skin E) contraction of the arrector pili muscles

On coming inside from the cold, students notice that their cheeks are red. This results from A) dilation of the blood vessels in the dermis of the cheeks. B) constriction of the blood vessels in the epidermis of the cheeks. C) increased permeability of superficial vessels. D) constriction of the sweat glands in the cheeks. E) damage to the epidermis by the cold.

By reducing body temperature during hot weather, skin helps to maintain A) blood pH. B) body temperature homeostasis. C) brain activity. D) body structure. E) blood volume.

Which vitamin begins its synthesis in the skin exposed to ultraviolet light? A) vitamin C B) vitamin E C) vitamin B D) vitamin D E) vitamin A

Which of the following statements concerning vitamin D is false? A) Vitamin D is necessary for the formation of bones and teeth. B) Vitamin D causes the kidney to excrete calcium. C) Vitamin D is important for calcium homeostasis. D) Vitamin D is necessary for the uptake of calcium from the intestine. E) Vitamin D begins its synthesis in the skin when the skin is exposed to ultraviolet light.

Barney sat on a hot camp stove while on a camping trip. The burn was painful and blistered. He has what type of burn? A) second degree B) fourth degree C) first degree D) fifth degree E) third degree

Which of the following is NOT a type of burn? A) partial-thickness burn B) third-degree burn C) full-thickness burn D) second-degree burn E) primary burn

The amount of body area involved with a burn is determined by the A) cause of the burn. B) amount of pain. C) color of the skin. D) rule of nines. E) ABCDE rule.

Which of the following is NOT a complication of a major burn? A) local edema B) venous thrombosis C) increased immunity D) decreased heart pumping ability E) shock

Which of the following is NOT a complication of a major burn? A) electrolyte imbalance B) weight loss C) fever D) hypermetabolic state E) decreased protein demand

What type of burn appears white or black with no immediate pain? A) second-degree B) third-degree C) fourth-degree D) first-degree E) partial-thickness

What type of burn involves damage to the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue? A) Full thickness B) Partial thickness C) Second degree D) Total dermal thickness E) First degree

A slight sunburn is an example of a ______ burn. A) third-degree B) fourth-degree C) partial-thickness D) first-degree E) second-degree

Which of the following skin changes is usually associated with aging? A) There is an increase in the number of elastic fibers in the skin. B) Skin becomes thicker. C) The amount of collagen in the dermis increases. D) Loss of subcutaneous tissue contributes to sagging of the skin. E) Localized increase in sebaceous glands leads to dry skin.

With aging, individuals tend to feel colder and usually need the thermostat in their home set higher in the winter to feel warm enough. This is probably because the elderly A) exhibit a decrease in melanin production. B) no longer experience hot flashes at night. C) have less blood flowing to the skin. D) have an increase in desquamation. E) experience a decrease in the thickness of their subcutaneous fat layer.

Acne is caused by A) testosterone. B) sebum. C) abnormal keratinization of hair follicles. D) Propionibacterium. E) All of these are factors.

-What does structure "A" represent on the diagram? A) hair follicle B) arrector pili C) epidermis and dermis D) hypodermis E) sebaceous gland

-What does structure "B" represent on the diagram? A) hair follicle B) sebaceous gland C) epidermis and dermis D) hypodermis E) arrector pili

-What does structure "C" represent on the diagram? A) hypodermis B) epidermis and dermis C) sebaceous gland D) hair follicle E) arrector pili

-What does structure "D" represent on the diagram? A) arrector pili B) sebaceous gland C) hypodermis D) hair follicle E) epidermis and dermis

-What does structure "E" represent on the diagram? A) arrector pili B) hypodermis C) sebaceous gland D) epidermis and dermis E) hair follicle

-The figure illustrates keratinization in the epidermis. What layer of the epidermis is "A"? A) stratum granulosum B) stratum lucidum C) stratum spinosum D) stratum basale E) stratum corneum

-The figure illustrates keratinization in the epidermis. What layer of the epidermis is "B"? ) A) stratum corneum B) stratum spinosum C) stratum granulosum D) stratum basale E) stratum lucidum

-The figure illustrates keratinization in the epidermis. What layer of the epidermis is "C"? A) stratum spinosum B) stratum lucidum C) stratum basale D) stratum corneum E) stratum granulosum

-The figure illustrates keratinization in the epidermis. What layer of the epidermis is "D"? A) stratum granulosum B) stratum corneum C) stratum lucidum D) stratum spinosum E) stratum basale

-The figure illustrates keratinization in the epidermis. What layer of the epidermis is "E"? A) stratum lucidum B) stratum spinosum C) stratum granulosum D) stratum basale E) stratum corneum

Melanin is found in which cells? A) Both melanocytes and keratinocytes B) Only melanocytes C) Both melanocytes and Langerhans cells D) Only keratinocytes

Describe the movement of melanin in the skin. A) Melanin is transferred from melanocytes to keratinocytes. B) Melanin is transferred from melanocytes to Merkel cells. C) Melanocytes carry melanin with them as they migrate toward the skin surface. D) Melanin is transferred from keratinocytes to melanocytes.

The vesicles that contain melanin are called ______. A) keratinocytes B) Golgi apparatus C) melanosomes D) melanocytes

Describe the effect of exposure to UV rays on the skin. A) Improved skin tone B) Increased vitamin B production C) Increased melanin synthesis D) Decreased cancer risk

When the skin develops a reddish color due to a temporary increase in blood flow, the condition is called: A) jaundice B) albinism C) cyanosis D) erythema

A parent of an baby visits her pediatrician because her baby is turning orange. Fortunately, the baby's lab tests indicate no abnormality. What could be causing the orange coloration? A) The mother has been feeding the baby orange soda. B) The baby's diet consists of mostly sweet potatoes and carrots. C) There is no logical explanation for this coloration change. D) The baby was in the sun too long.

The primary determinant for skin color is the .

The subcutaneous tissue is part of the skin or the integumentary system.

Subcutaneous tissue contains of all of the following EXCEPT: A) collagen and elastin fibers B) macrophages C) stratified squamous epithelial tissue D) fibroblasts and adipocytes E) loose connective tissue

The contraction of the arrector pili: A) pulls the follicle into a more perpendicular position in relation to the skin surface B) pulls the follicle into a more oblique angle in relation to the skin surface

Name the layer from which fingernails and toenails are derived. A) Hypodermis B) Epidermis C) Dermis

Fingernails are comprised of: A) collagen deposited by the lunula and the matrix B) proteins secreted by the nail groove from the matrix C) epithelial and collagen fibers produced in the dermis D) thin, dead scaly cells

Which region of the nail contains the stratum basale layer? A) the cuticle B) the hyponychium C) the free edge D) the matrix

Touch receptors of the skin are located in all of these areas, except: A) in the dermis B) within the hair of the dermis and epidermis C) in the epidermis D) in the dermal papillae E) around the base of the hair follicle

A burn classified as partial thickness could be _____. A) epidermal or dermal B) first or second degree C) second or third degree D) thin or deep

The effects of aging on the skin include all of the following except: A) loss of fat from the subcutaneous tissue B) thinner epidermis C) increases in sebaceous gland activity D) reduction in collagen and elastin

Which of the following is the most common form of skin cancer? A) Small cell carcinoma B) Squamous cell carcinoma C) Basal cell carcinoma D) Melanoma

Which of the following people would have the greatest risk of getting skin cancer? A) A 31-year old dark-skinned male B) A 23-year old female with blond hair and hazel eyes C) A 55-year old male with brown hair and brown eyes D) A 68-year old male with blond hair and blue eyes

The acne-associated bacterium Propionibacterium acnes are found in sebum-rich of the skin, such as the arms, palms, and axillary regions.

A recent study demonstrated that there are three unique strains of Propionibacterium acnes; two strains are more prevalent in people with acne; however, one of which appears not to be pathogenic to humans and is more prevalent in people with 'clear' skin. Additionally, the strain of P. acnes found in healthy skin kills the of invading bacteria, including the pathogenic P. acnes. Which of the following statements about the targeted removal of 'bad' P. acnes and addition of 'good' P. acnes is INCORRECT? A) Once removed, the invading pathogenic P. acnes can not regrow on the skin. B) After "bad" P. acnes is removed, the applications of "good" P. acnes should be able to grow and kill invasive bacteria.

Scientists, studying skin microbes, have identified three unique strains of the bacterium P. acnes., all of which are found on the skin. These bacteria break down fats, resulting an a low skin pH. This low pH is alkaline in nature and makes the environment unfavorable to invading bacteria.

Some drugs for treating acne include peroxides that increases 'peeling' or shedding of skin. This drugs' side effects include drying of the skin, redness, rashes, bleaching and possible loss of hair in areas in contact. Do peroxides have an effect on the sebum-production? A) Yes, the effect is on the dermis and the sebaceous glands are located there. B) No, the effect is on the dermis and the sebaceous glands are located there. C) No, the effect is on the epidermis and the sebaceous glands are located there. D) Yes, the effect is on the epidermis and the sebaceous glands are located there.