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Human Anatomy, 6e (Saladin)

Chapter 5   The Integumentary System

 

1) Which statement about the hypodermis is correct?

  1. A) It consists of loose connective tissue and adipocytes.
  2. B) It is avascular.
  3. C) It stabilizes the skin’s position on deeper tissue because it closely adheres to the underlying muscle.
  4. D) The distribution of subcutaneous fat remains essentially the same as a person grows from infancy through adolescence to adulthood, especially in women.
  5. E) It is composed of stratified squamous epithelium.

 

Answer:  A

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Functions of the subcutaneous layer

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.1a List the functions of the skin and relate them to its structure.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

2) Which of the following is not a function of the skin?

  1. A) Synthesis of vitamin C
  2. B) Retention of water
  3. C) Sensation of pain, temperature, and pressure
  4. D) Facial expression
  5. E) Thermoregulation

 

Answer:  A

Section:  5.01

Topic:  General functions of skin and the subcutaneous layer

Bloom’s:  4. Analyze

Learning Outcome:  5.1a List the functions of the skin and relate them to its structure.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

3) The synthesis of ________ depends on the penetration of ultraviolet light through the epidermis.

  1. A) collagen
  2. B) keratin
  3. C) cholesterol
  4. D) carotene
  5. E) vitamin D

 

Answer:  E

Section:  5.01

Topic:  General functions of skin and the subcutaneous layer

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.1a List the functions of the skin and relate them to its structure.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

4) Why are elderly people vulnerable to hypothermia?

  1. A) They produce fewer keratinocytes.
  2. B) They produce less keratin.
  3. C) They produce less melanin.
  4. D) They have less subcutaneous fat.
  5. E) Their skin is more wrinkled.

 

Answer:  D

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Effects of aging on the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  4. Analyze

Learning Outcome:  5.1a List the functions of the skin and relate them to its structure.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

5) What is a desirable (and healthy) result of exposure to ultraviolet rays from the sun?

  1. A) A decrease in melanocyte activity
  2. B) Increased production of vitamin D
  3. C) Increased production of vitamin C
  4. D) Sunburn
  5. E) A deep bronze tan

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.01

Topic:  General functions of skin and the subcutaneous layer

Bloom’s:  4. Analyze

Learning Outcome:  5.1a List the functions of the skin and relate them to its structure.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

6) The skin carries out the first step in the synthesis of vitamin D.

 

Answer:  TRUE

Section:  5.01

Topic:  General functions of skin and the subcutaneous layer

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.1a List the functions of the skin and relate them to its structure.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

 

 

7) Which of the following is not part of the skin?

  1. A) Epidermis
  2. B) Papillary layer
  3. C) Hypodermis
  4. D) Stratum basale
  5. E) Dermis

 

Answer:  C

Section:  5.01

Topic:  General functions of skin and the subcutaneous layer

Bloom’s:  4. Analyze

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

8) Which cell type is not found in the epidermis?

  1. A) Keratinocyte
  2. B) Melanocyte
  3. C) Adipocyte
  4. D) Dendritic cell
  5. E) Tactile cell

 

Answer:  C

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

9) What is the best explanation for the observation that mitosis occurs in the deepest layers of the epidermis?

  1. A) Cells are dead in the top layer of the skin.
  2. B) Protein granules accumulate in the cytoplasm of cells as they move up the layers.
  3. C) Mitosis requires oxygen and nutrients supplied by blood vessels.
  4. D) Cells undergo apoptosis in upper layers of the epidermis.
  5. E) The cells in the deepest layer of the epidermis are metabolically active.

 

Answer:  C

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Functions of skin tissue layers

Bloom’s:  3. Apply

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

 

 

10) Where is thick skin found?

  1. A) On the lips
  2. B) On the dorsal surface of the fingers
  3. C) On the palms
  4. D) On the abdomen
  5. E) On the cheeks

 

Answer:  C

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Gross anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

11) How does the epidermis differ from the inner lining of the esophagus?

  1. A) It rests on a layer of connective tissue.
  2. B) It is keratinized.
  3. C) It is not keratinized.
  4. D) It is a stratified squamous epithelium.
  5. E) It is not a stratified squamous epithelium.

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

12) Which of the following is associated with the sense of touch?

  1. A) Dendritic cells
  2. B) Keratinocytes
  3. C) Melanocytes
  4. D) Fibroblasts
  5. E) Tactile cells

 

Answer:  E

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

 

 

13) In which skin layer is areolar tissue found?

  1. A) Stratum corneum
  2. B) Stratum lucidum
  3. C) Stratum spinosum
  4. D) Papillary layer
  5. E) Reticular layer

 

Answer:  D

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

14) Which of the following is an epidermal cell with an immunological function?

  1. A) Keratinocyte
  2. B) Melanocyte
  3. C) Plasma cell
  4. D) Dendritic (Langerhans) cell
  5. E) Tactile (Merkel) cell

 

Answer:  D

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

15) Which layer is absent in thin skin?

  1. A) The reticular layer
  2. B) The stratum corneum
  3. C) The stratum lucidum
  4. D) The papillary layer
  5. E) The hypodermis

 

Answer:  C

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

 

 

16) The reticular layer of the dermis consists of what kind of tissue?

  1. A) Reticular connective tissue
  2. B) Stratified squamous epithelium
  3. C) Dense regular connective tissue
  4. D) Dense irregular connective tissue
  5. E) Areolar connective tissue

 

Answer:  D

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

17) Which of the following occurs in the stratum granulosum?

  1. A) Keratinocytes are produced through the process of mitosis.
  2. B) The cells produce more keratin filaments that cause the cells to flatten.
  3. C) The keratinocytes flake off the surface of the skin.
  4. D) The keratinocytes undergo apoptosis.
  5. E) Melanocytes produce melanin.

 

Answer:  D

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Functions of skin tissue layers

Bloom’s:  4. Analyze

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

18) Which feature(s) of the dermis ensure(s) that it remains interlocked with the epidermis?

  1. A) The dermal papillae
  2. B) The areolar connective tissue
  3. C) The collagen fibers in the reticular layer
  4. D) Tension lines
  5. E) Adipocytes

 

Answer:  A

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  3. Apply

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

 

 

19) ________ cells are undifferentiated cells that undergo mitosis and give rise to keratinocytes.

 

Answer:  Stem

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

20) Receptor cells for the sense of touch are called ________ cells.

 

Answer:           tactile

Merkel

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

21) Macrophages that migrate to the epidermis to guard against pathogens are known as ________ cells.

 

Answer:           dendritic

Langerhans

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

22) In the epidermis, the layer where keratinocytes contain keratohyalin granules is the stratum ________.

 

Answer:  granulosum

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

 

 

23) The ________ layer of the dermis consists of areolar tissue.

 

Answer:           papillary

superficial

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

24) Apoptosis of keratinocytes occurs in the stratum ________ layer of the epidermis.

 

Answer:  granulosum

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

25) A dermal ________ is a structure in the dermis that provides nutrition for hair growth.

 

Answer:  papilla

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

26) The principal protein found in the stratum corneum of the epidermis is ________.

 

Answer:  keratin

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

 

 

27) The stratum ________ of the epidermis is only found in thick skin.

 

Answer:  lucidum

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

28) The epidermal ________ are downward waves that are extensions of the epidermis and lie between the dermal papillae.

 

Answer:  ridges

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

29) Living keratinocytes exfoliate from the epidermis as tiny specks called dander.

 

Answer:  FALSE

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  3. Apply

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

30) The deeper of the two layers of the skin is the hypodermis.

 

Answer:  FALSE

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

 

 

31) The youngest keratinocytes are found in the stratum basale.

 

Answer:  TRUE

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

32) Which of the following is not found in the epidermis?

  1. A) Melanocytes
  2. B) Fibroblasts
  3. C) Stem cells
  4. D) Keratinocytes
  5. E) Tactile cells

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  4. Analyze

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

33) Skin covering the ________ has sweat glands but no hair follicles or sebaceous glands.

  1. A) forearm
  2. B) buttocks
  3. C) abdomen
  4. D) fingertips
  5. E) back

 

Answer:  D

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Gross anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  3. Apply

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

 

 

34) In which of the following skin layers would a subcutaneous injection be administered?

  1. A) Stratum basale
  2. B) Stratum spinosum
  3. C) Stratum corneum
  4. D) Dermis
  5. E) Hypodermis

 

Answer:  E

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  3. Apply

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

35) Which of the skin layers below is the most superficial?

  1. A) Basal lamina
  2. B) Epidermis
  3. C) Papillary layer
  4. D) Reticular layer
  5. E) Hypodermis

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  4. Analyze

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

36) Which of the following best describes the composition of the dermis?

  1. A) Collagen and living keratinocytes
  2. B) Collagen and dead keratinocytes
  3. C) Collagen and fibroblasts
  4. D) Elastic fibers and melanocytes
  5. E) Elastic fibers and dendritic cells

 

Answer:  C

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

 

 

37) What type of tissue is found in the most superficial layer of skin?

  1. A) Simple squamous epithelium
  2. B) Stratified squamous epithelium
  3. C) Dense irregular connective tissue
  4. D) Areolar connective tissue
  5. E) Dense regular connective tissue

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  3. Apply

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

38) Looking at a slide of thin skin under the microscope, you note that the stratum basale is the ________ layer of the epidermis in from the surface.

  1. A) second
  2. B) third
  3. C) first
  4. D) fifth
  5. E) fourth

 

Answer:  E

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  3. Apply

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

39) Which layer of the epidermis consists of up to 30 layers of dead cells?

  1. A) Stratum basale
  2. B) Stratum spinosum
  3. C) Stratum granulosum
  4. D) Stratum lucidum
  5. E) Stratum corneum

 

Answer:  E

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

 

 

40) Which of the following are associated with the sense of touch?

  1. A) Fibroblasts
  2. B) Melanocytes
  3. C) Keratinocytes
  4. D) Dendritic (Langerhans) cells
  5. E) Tactile (Merkel) cells

 

Answer:  E

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

41) The fastest rate of mitosis happens in the ________.

  1. A) stratum basale
  2. B) stratum spinosum
  3. C) stratum granulosum
  4. D) stratum lucidum
  5. E) stratum corneum

 

Answer:  A

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  3. Apply

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

42) Leather is made of the ________ layer of the dermis.

  1. A) areolar
  2. B) keratin
  3. C) reticular
  4. D) collagen
  5. E) papillary

 

Answer:  C

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

 

 

43) The hypodermis is characterized by an abundance of which tissue?

  1. A) Stratified squamous epithelium
  2. B) Smooth muscle
  3. C) Nervous tissue
  4. D) Adipose tissue
  5. E) Dense irregular connective tissue

 

Answer:  D

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1b Describe the histological structure of the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

44) Why is there variation in skin color among modern humans?

  1. A) People have different numbers of melanocytes.
  2. B) People have a different distribution of carotene in their skin.
  3. C) People have a different distribution of melanin in their epidermis.
  4. D) People are exposed to different chemicals over their lifetime.
  5. E) People have different hemoglobin in vessels close to their skin.

 

Answer:  C

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.1c Describe the normal and pathological colors that the skin can have and explain their causes.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

45) Which of the following might result from embarrassment?

  1. A) Cyanosis
  2. B) Jaundice
  3. C) Pallor
  4. D) Erythema
  5. E) Tension lines

 

Answer:  D

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  3. Apply

Learning Outcome:  5.1c Describe the normal and pathological colors that the skin can have and explain their causes.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

 

 

46) Which of the following substances that contributes to skin color is of dietary origin?

  1. A) Collagen
  2. B) Hemoglobin
  3. C) Melanin
  4. D) Carotene
  5. E) Bilirubin

 

Answer:  D

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.1c Describe the normal and pathological colors that the skin can have and explain their causes.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

47) Which of the following does not contribute to skin color?

  1. A) Hemoglobin
  2. B) Melanin
  3. C) Keratin
  4. D) Carotene
  5. E) All of the choices contribute to skin color.

 

Answer:  C

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Gross anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  4. Analyze

Learning Outcome:  5.1c Describe the normal and pathological colors that the skin can have and explain their causes.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

48) Which genetically inherited condition results from an inability to produce melanin?

  1. A) Pallor
  2. B) Jaundice
  3. C) Erythema
  4. D) Albinism
  5. E) Addison disease

 

Answer:  D

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1c Describe the normal and pathological colors that the skin can have and explain their causes.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

 

 

49) Which condition is characterized by yellowing of the skin and eyeballs?

  1. A) Erythema
  2. B) Albinism
  3. C) Pallor
  4. D) Jaundice
  5. E) Bronzing

 

Answer:  D

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1c Describe the normal and pathological colors that the skin can have and explain their causes.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

50) In a condition called ________, blueness of the skin results from a deficiency of oxygen.

 

Answer:  cyanosis

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1c Describe the normal and pathological colors that the skin can have and explain their causes.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

51) A pale or ashen color of the skin that may result from severe anemia is called ________.

 

Answer:  pallor

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1c Describe the normal and pathological colors that the skin can have and explain their causes.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

52) A yellow pigment derived from food that can sometimes color the skin is ________.

 

Answer:  carotene

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1c Describe the normal and pathological colors that the skin can have and explain their causes.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

 

 

53) The blood pigment ________ imparts a pinkish hue to the skin.

 

Answer:  hemoglobin

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1c Describe the normal and pathological colors that the skin can have and explain their causes.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

54) Melanin, hemoglobin, and carotene give color to the skin.

 

Answer:  TRUE

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Gross anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1c Describe the normal and pathological colors that the skin can have and explain their causes.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

55) Albinism is the genetic lack of melanin that results in a milky white coloration of the skin.

 

Answer:  TRUE

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1c Describe the normal and pathological colors that the skin can have and explain their causes.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

56) Embarrassment can be perceived by an abnormal coloration of the skin called cyanosis.

 

Answer:  FALSE

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  3. Apply

Learning Outcome:  5.1c Describe the normal and pathological colors that the skin can have and explain their causes.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

 

 

57) Freckles are elevated patches with an abnormal coloration of the skin.

 

Answer:  FALSE

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Gross anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1c Describe the normal and pathological colors that the skin can have and explain their causes.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

58) The skin discoloration most likely to suggest physical abuse is ________.

  1. A) pallor
  2. B) albinism
  3. C) erythema
  4. D) hematoma
  5. E) jaundice

 

Answer:  D

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  3. Apply

Learning Outcome:  5.1c Describe the normal and pathological colors that the skin can have and explain their causes.

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59) Which skin color is most likely to result from anemia?

  1. A) Pallor
  2. B) Erythema
  3. C) Hematoma
  4. D) Albinism
  5. E) Jaundice

 

Answer:  A

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  4. Analyze

Learning Outcome:  5.1c Describe the normal and pathological colors that the skin can have and explain their causes.

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60) Increased bilirubin levels cause a skin discoloration called ________.

  1. A) erythema
  2. B) jaundice
  3. C) pallor
  4. D) bronzing
  5. E) cyanosis

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1c Describe the normal and pathological colors that the skin can have and explain their causes.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

 

61) Which structures create unique patterns on the fingertips in primates?

  1. A) Hemangiomas
  2. B) Flexion lines
  3. C) Tension lines
  4. D) Epidermal ridges
  5. E) Friction ridges

 

Answer:  E

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Gross anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1d Describe the common markings of the skin.

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62) A/an ________ is a patch of discolored skin sometimes called a birthmark.

 

Answer:  hemangioma

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1d Describe the common markings of the skin.

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63) A small, elevated patch of melanized skin that often has hair is called a ________.

 

Answer:           mole

nevus

Section:  5.01

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.1d Describe the common markings of the skin.

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64) What type of hair covers the fetus?

  1. A) Downy
  2. B) Vernix
  3. C) Vellus
  4. D) Alopecia
  5. E) Terminal

 

Answer:  A

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.2a Distinguish between three types of hair.

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65) Unpigmented hair on a fetus is called ________.

 

Answer:           downy

downy hair

lanugo

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Functions of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.2a Distinguish between three types of hair.

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66) Hair and nails are composed of collagen.

 

Answer:  FALSE

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.2b Describe the histology of a hair and its follicle.; 5.2e Describe the structure and function of nails.

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67) What are the regions of a hair, from deepest to superficial?

  1. A) Medulla, cortex, and cuticle
  2. B) Vellus, pilus, and downy
  3. C) Root, bulb, and shaft
  4. D) Bulb, root, and shaft
  5. E) Root, stem, and trunk

 

Answer:  D

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.2b Describe the histology of a hair and its follicle.

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68) What is the difference between a flattened hair and a round hair?

  1. A) A person’s age
  2. B) The hair’s growth rate
  3. C) The degree of curliness
  4. D) A person’s level of nutrition
  5. E) Color

 

Answer:  C

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.2b Describe the histology of a hair and its follicle.

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69) In which part of a hair is the dermal papilla found?

  1. A) Medulla
  2. B) Cuticle
  3. C) Cortex
  4. D) Root
  5. E) Bulb

 

Answer:  E

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.2b Describe the histology of a hair and its follicle.

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70) The innermost, soft core of the hair shaft is the ________.

  1. A) medulla
  2. B) cortex
  3. C) cuticle
  4. D) soft keratin
  5. E) bulb

 

Answer:  A

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.2b Describe the histology of a hair and its follicle.

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71) A “pilus” is another term for what?

  1. A) A hair
  2. B) A hair’s growth center
  3. C) A muscle that moves a hair
  4. D) A sensory nerve fiber around the base of a hair
  5. E) A gland associated with a hair follicle

 

Answer:  A

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.2b Describe the histology of a hair and its follicle.

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72) What is the most external layer of a hair shaft?

  1. A) The medulla
  2. B) The cuticle
  3. C) The epidermal root sheath
  4. D) The cortex
  5. E) The connective tissue root sheath

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.2b Describe the histology of a hair and its follicle.

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73) The pigment that gives rise to red hair is ________.

 

Answer:  pheomelanin

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.2b Describe the histology of a hair and its follicle.

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74) The pigment that is brown-black in color and abundant in dark hair is ________.

 

Answer:  melanin

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.2b Describe the histology of a hair and its follicle.

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75) When cats fight, their fur rises due to which mechanism?

  1. A) Myoepithelial cell syneresis
  2. B) Arrector muscle contraction
  3. C) Secretion of sebum into hair follicles
  4. D) Increased blood flow to the skin
  5. E) Stimulation of apocrine glands

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Functions of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.2c Discuss some theories of the purposes served by various kinds of hair.

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76) What would detect a tiny insect crawling across your skin?

  1. A) Myoepithelial cells
  2. B) Hair receptors
  3. C) Arrector muscles
  4. D) Dendritic cells
  5. E) Keratinocytes

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Functions of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  3. Apply

Learning Outcome:  5.2c Discuss some theories of the purposes served by various kinds of hair.

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77) The contraction of the arrector muscles (pilomotor muscle or arrector pili) in humans causes ________.

  1. A) hairs to stand on end, trapping an insulating layer of warm air next to the skin
  2. B) generation of heat to raise the body temperature
  3. C) hairs to stand on end to make the individual appear bigger
  4. D) hairs to stand on end with no apparent function
  5. E) increased ability to feel pain

 

Answer:  D

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Functions of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.2c Discuss some theories of the purposes served by various kinds of hair.

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78) Why does hair turn gray or white as people age?

  1. A) Melanocytes die out.
  2. B) Mitosis slows down in the hair shaft.
  3. C) The shaft becomes rounder in cross-section.
  4. D) Keratin production decreases.
  5. E) Blood supply to the scalp diminishes.

 

Answer:  A

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Effects of aging on the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.2d Describe the life cycle of a hair.

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79) In the hair growth cycle, what is the period of growth called?

  1. A) Anagen
  2. B) Telogen
  3. C) Telophase
  4. D) Catagen
  5. E) Anaphase

 

Answer:  A

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.2d Describe the life cycle of a hair.

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80) A hair cycle consists of three developmental stages in which order?

  1. A) Anagen, telogen, and catagen
  2. B) Anagen, catagen, and telogen
  3. C) Catagen, anagen, and telogen
  4. D) Catagen, telogen, and anagen
  5. E) Telogen, anagen, and catagen

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  4. Analyze

Learning Outcome:  5.2d Describe the life cycle of a hair.

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81) Where does growth of a nail occur?

  1. A) The nail root
  2. B) The nail matrix
  3. C) The nail fold
  4. D) The lunule
  5. E) The eponychium

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.2e Describe the structure and function of nails.

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82) Which of the following are true regarding nails? Select all that apply.

  1. A) They are derived from the stratum corneum.
  2. B) The growth zone is called the nail plate.
  3. C) Nails are hard due to keratin.
  4. D) The eponychium is also called the cuticle.

 

Answer:  A, C, D

Explanation:  The growth zone is called the nail matrix.

The growth zone is called the nail matrix.

The growth zone is called the nail matrix.

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.2e Describe the structure and function of nails.

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83) What is the white opaque “moon” often found at the proximal end of a fingernail called?

  1. A) Free edge
  2. B) Nail body
  3. C) Eponychium
  4. D) Lunule
  5. E) Nail root

 

Answer:  D

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.2e Describe the structure and function of nails.

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84) The narrow zone of dead skin overhanging the proximal end of a nail is called the ________.

  1. A) eponychium
  2. B) lunule
  3. C) nail plate
  4. D) nail body
  5. E) nail root

 

Answer:  A

Section:  5.02

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.2e Describe the structure and function of nails.

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85) What is the most widely distributed sweat gland in the body?

  1. A) Apocrine
  2. B) Eccrine
  3. C) Ceruminous
  4. D) Sebaceous
  5. E) Sweat

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.03

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.3a Name two types of sweat glands and describe the structure and function of each.

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86) Which glands are most responsible for cooling the skin?

  1. A) Ceruminous glands
  2. B) Sebaceous glands
  3. C) Eccrine glands
  4. D) Exothermic glands
  5. E) Apocrine glands

 

Answer:  C

Section:  5.03

Topic:  Functions of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.3a Name two types of sweat glands and describe the structure and function of each.

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87) In which of the following areas would one not expect to find apocrine glands?

  1. A) In the genital region
  2. B) Around the nipples
  3. C) In the axillae
  4. D) In the beard region
  5. E) In the forearm region

 

Answer:  E

Section:  5.03

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  3. Apply

Learning Outcome:  5.3a Name two types of sweat glands and describe the structure and function of each.

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88) Which integumentary glands normally develop at puberty?

  1. A) The eccrine glands
  2. B) The apocrine glands
  3. C) The ceruminous glands
  4. D) The sebaceous glands
  5. E) The mammary glands

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.03

Topic:  Functions of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.3a Name two types of sweat glands and describe the structure and function of each.

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89) In the evolution of mammals, which glands were modified to produce milk?

  1. A) Ceruminous glands
  2. B) Eccrine glands
  3. C) Apocrine glands
  4. D) Sebaceous glands
  5. E) Sweat glands

 

Answer:  C

Section:  5.03

Topic:  Functions of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.3a Name two types of sweat glands and describe the structure and function of each.

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90) Eccrine sweat glands are associated with hair follicles in the pubic and anal regions, axilla, areola, and beard.

 

Answer:  FALSE

Section:  5.03

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.3a Name two types of sweat glands and describe the structure and function of each.

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91) The ________ glands are a source of sex pheromones.

  1. A) ceruminous
  2. B) eccrine
  3. C) mammary
  4. D) sebaceous
  5. E) apocrine

 

Answer:  E

Section:  5.03

Topic:  Functions of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.3a Name two types of sweat glands and describe the structure and function of each.

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92) What is the mode of secretion of sebaceous glands?

  1. A) Eccrine
  2. B) Apocrine
  3. C) Holocrine
  4. D) Endocrine
  5. E) Xerocytosis

 

Answer:  C

Section:  5.03

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.3b Describe the location, structure, and function of sebaceous and ceruminous glands.

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93) ________ glands produce an oily secretion that makes hair shiny.

 

Answer:  Sebaceous

Section:  5.03

Topic:  Functions of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.3b Describe the location, structure, and function of sebaceous and ceruminous glands.

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94) ________ is/are formed partly from the secretions of glands in the external ear canal.

  1. A) Sebum
  2. B) Cerumen
  3. C) Sweat
  4. D) Scents
  5. E) Mucus

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.03

Topic:  Functions of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.3b Describe the location, structure, and function of sebaceous and ceruminous glands.

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95) Looking at a slide of axillary skin under the microscope, you notice the presence of ________ glands that are absent on slides of the scalp.

  1. A) eccrine
  2. B) apocrine
  3. C) sebaceous
  4. D) ceruminous
  5. E) perspiration

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.03

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  4. Analyze

Learning Outcome:  5.3b Describe the location, structure, and function of sebaceous and ceruminous glands.

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96) What is the most likely reason humans have only two nipples?

  1. A) Our primate ancestors probably had litters.
  2. B) Primates generally have only one offspring.
  3. C) Having two nipples is associated with upright walking (bipedality).
  4. D) Most mammals have only two nipples.
  5. E) The number of nipples was reduced in humans due to sexual selection.

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.03

Topic:  Functions of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  4. Analyze

Learning Outcome:  5.3c Discuss the distinction between breasts and mammary glands, and explain their respective functions.

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97) Breasts are present in both males and females, whereas functional mammary glands are only present in females.

 

Answer:  TRUE

Section:  5.03

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.3c Discuss the distinction between breasts and mammary glands, and explain their respective functions.

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98) Which embryonic tissue gives rise to the epidermis?

  1. A) Ectoderm
  2. B) Mesoderm
  3. C) Mesenchyme
  4. D) Endoderm
  5. E) Squamous epithelium

 

Answer:  A

Section:  5.04

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.4a Describe the prenatal development of the skin, hair, and nails.

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99) Which cutaneous glands develop as outgrowths of hair follicles?

  1. A) Eccrine and apocrine glands
  2. B) Sebaceous and apocrine glands
  3. C) Ceruminous and sebaceous glands
  4. D) Eccrine and sebaceous glands
  5. E) Eccrine and ceruminous glands

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.04

Topic:  Anatomy of accessory skin structures

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.4a Describe the prenatal development of the skin, hair, and nails.

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100) Which of the following does not develop from embryonic ectoderm?

  1. A) Keratinocytes
  2. B) Dermis
  3. C) Hair follicles
  4. D) Apocrine glands
  5. E) Nails

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.04

Topic:  Microscopic anatomy of skin

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.4a Describe the prenatal development of the skin, hair, and nails.

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101) Which of the following disorders is most deadly?

  1. A) Psoriasis
  2. B) Squamous cell carcinoma
  3. C) Basal cell carcinoma
  4. D) Melanoma
  5. E) Acne

 

Answer:  D

Section:  5.04

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  3. Apply

Learning Outcome:  5.4b Describe the three most common forms of skin cancer.

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102) What is the most common form of skin cancer?

  1. A) Basal cell carcinoma
  2. B) Squamous cell carcinoma
  3. C) Melanoma
  4. D) Erythema
  5. E) Multiple myeloma

 

Answer:  A

Section:  5.04

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.4b Describe the three most common forms of skin cancer.

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103) The three forms of skin cancer are defined by the types of cells from which they originate.

 

Answer:  TRUE

Section:  5.04

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.4b Describe the three most common forms of skin cancer.

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104) Which two strata of the epidermis are most susceptible to cancer?

  1. A) Stratum corneum and stratum lucidum
  2. B) Stratum basale and stratum corneum
  3. C) Stratum spinosum and stratum basale
  4. D) Stratum granulosum and stratum spinosum
  5. E) Stratum lucidum and stratum granulosum

 

Answer:  C

Section:  5.04

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  4. Analyze

Learning Outcome:  5.4b Describe the three most common forms of skin cancer.

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105) The “ABCD rule” for recognizing early signs of malignant melanoma refers to the following characteristics of the lesion:

  1. A) asymmetry, border irregularity, color, and diameter.
  2. B) asymmetry, brightness, color, and diameter.
  3. C) aspect, brightness, color, and distance.
  4. D) aspect, border irregularity, color, and distance.
  5. E) area, border irregularity, color, and density.

 

Answer:  A

Section:  5.04

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  3. Apply

Learning Outcome:  5.4b Describe the three most common forms of skin cancer.

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106) What is the greatest immediate threat to the survival of a patient with severe burns?

  1. A) Infection
  2. B) Pain
  3. C) Fluid loss
  4. D) Eschar
  5. E) Loss of thermoregulation

 

Answer:  C

Section:  5.04

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  2. Understand

Learning Outcome:  5.4c Discuss the three classes of burns and the priorities in burn treatment.

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107) Which of the following describes a second-degree burn?

  1. A) It involves only the epidermis.
  2. B) It involves the epidermis, part of the dermis, and may produce blisters.
  3. C) It indicates the complete destruction of both the epidermis and dermis.
  4. D) It probably will require a skin graft.
  5. E) The skin will not regenerate.

 

Answer:  B

Section:  5.04

Topic:  Clinical applications of the integumentary system

Bloom’s:  1. Remember

Learning Outcome:  5.4c Discuss the three classes of burns and the priorities in burn treatment.

Accessibility:  Keyboard Navigation; Screen Reader Compatible

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