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Integumentary System
Chapter 5
Study Guide for Quiz
The following is a list of topics to study for the assessment on Friday
12/17 on chapter 5. Use all notes and text supplements as well as your
CTQ’s.
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Functions of skin
Role of the dermis in the overall function of the skin
Role of the epidermis in the overall function of the skin
Cell types found in epidermis: keratinocytes,
melanocytes, etc.
Calluses and a thickened stratum corneum
Thick vs. Thin skin characteristics
Differentiate between strata
Hair types
Functions of the arrector pili muscle
Types of glands and their secretions (review from ch. 4).
What can your skin sense?
Where are tattoos administered and why?
Degrees of burns and the impact they have on normal
skin function
Botox
Skin grafting – autografting
Types of skin cancer
Differences in skin coloration (factors: blood supply,
thickness of skin, melanin)
Aging and thermoregulation
Aging and the causes of wrinkling and sagging of skin.
Benefits and disadvantages of sunlight
Roles of glands and impact on homeostasis of skin.
Parts of hair
Parts of nail
Parts of skin cross-section
Psoriasis