Integument

    Integument
    When a pharmaceutical is administered hypodermically, it is
    “Hypo” means below, in this case, the dermis. Subcutaneous fat (superficial fascia) lies beneath the dermis.
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    Integument
    Which is the deepest layer of the integument?
    The dermis includes the papillary layer and the deeper reticular layer.
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    Integument
    Full-thickness burns to more than 20% of the body surface are life-threatening because of the:
    Removing the skin barrier means that bacteria can enter the body and water can leave the body. This can be fatal.
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    Integument
    Three functions of the skin are to:
    Choice A is incorrect as fat is not stored. Choice B is incorrect as bile is not excreted. Choice C is incorrect as lymphocytes are not produced.
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    Which is the most superficial layer of the integument that also has capillaries, lymphatics and sensory neurons?
    The papillary layer is superficial to the reticular layer. Both are part of the dermis which is where the most superficial capillaries are.
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    Which list below contains functions that are NOT performed by the integumentary system?
    The skin does not produce vitamin E.
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    The integument consists of which of the following layers?
    Hypodermis is not part of the integument. Choice C excludes the dermis.
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    All but one of the following are sensory receptors in the skin. Which one is NOT?
    The reticular dermal layer is not a receptor; it is the deepest layer of the dermis.
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    On which part of the integument is most of the body’s normal flora located?
    The normal flora (bacteria) is outside the body, residing on the surface of the epidermis.
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    A drug that is applied to the skin and exerts its therapeutic effect systemically is said to be administered:
    The prefix “trans” implies crossing the skin to be absorbed into the bloodstream, rather than affecting the skin onto which it is applied. “Topically” is reserved for the latter type of administration.
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