Question 1

Another name for a bedsore is ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   psoriasis
B)   decubitus ulcer
C)   bullae
D)   vitiligo
E)   eczemaF) None of the above
G) A) and C)

Question 2

-The figure illustrates the layers of the epidermis. Which layer of the epidermis is "E"?

Accepted Answer

A)   Stratum spinosum
B)   Stratum corneum
C)   Stratum basale
D)   Stratum lucidum
E)   Stratum granulosumF) B) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 3

Which type of burn involves damage to the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue?

Accepted Answer

A)   First-degree
B)   Second-degree
C)   Partial-thickness
D)   Full-thickness
E)   Total-dermal-thicknessF) B) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 4

Which of the following statements explains why decubitus ulcers are of concern in elderly patients?

Accepted Answer

A)   Elderly individuals have higher amounts of collagen in the skin that increases the likelihood of bacterial infection.
B)   Elderly individuals have more fragile skin due to loss of collagen fibers in the dermis, increasing the likelihood of tissue damage.
C)   Elderly individuals are more likely to fall and experience abrasions due to loss of balance.
D)   Elderly individuals have increased sebum secretion that provides more nutrients to the bacteria that cause decubitus ulcers.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 5

An increase in body temperature causes

Accepted Answer

A)   sweating.
B)   arterioles in the dermis to constrict.
C)   arrector pili muscles to contract.
D)   an increase in keratinization of the skin.
E)   an increase in melanin production.F) B) and C)
G) A) and D)

Question 6

An abrasion of the skin results in which of the following?

Accepted Answer

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 epidermisF) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 7

Indicate the statements that describe erythema. (Check all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)   It can be caused by emotions such as anger.
B)   It occurs during pregnancy when estrogen and melanocyte-stimulating hormone levels have increased.
C)   It may occur in response to exposure to the cold.
D)   It results from an inflammatory response.
E)   It can be caused by emotions such as embarrassment.F) B) and D)
G) B) and C)

Question 8

Fingernails are comprised of

Accepted Answer

A)   epithelial and collagen fibers produced in the dermis.
B)   thin, dead scaly cells.
C)   collagen deposited by the lunula and the matrix.
D)   proteins secreted by the nail groove from the matrix.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 9

Acne is caused by

Accepted Answer

A)   testosterone.
B)   sebum.
C)   abnormal keratinization of hair follicles.
D)   Propionibacterium.
E)   All of the choices are correct.F) B) and C)
G) All of the above

Question 10

The blue color of superficial blood vessels results from

Accepted Answer

A)   a lack of melanin in the area.
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 oxygen in the blood.F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 11

Which factors can be used to differentiate between eccrine sweat glands and apocrine sweat glands?

Accepted Answer

A)   Location in the body
B)   Substance secreted
C)   Life stage of function
D)   All of the choices are correct.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 12

As skin cells move toward the surface of the body, they produce a protein that reduces water loss. This process is called ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   pollination
B)   keratinization
C)   melaninization
D)   germination
E)   desquamationF) D) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 13

Which type of burn appears white or black with no immediate pain?

Accepted Answer

A)   First-degree
B)   Second-degree
C)   Third-degree
D)   Fourth-degree
E)   Partial-thicknessF) A) and C)
G) B) and D)

Question 14

Some acne drugs include peroxides that increase 'peeling' or shedding of skin. The main side effects include drying of the skin, redness, rashes, bleaching and possible hair loss at contact areas. Do these drugs have an effect on the sebum-production?

Accepted Answer

A)   Yes, the effect is on the dermis and the sebaceous glands are located there.
B)   No, the effect is on the epidermis and the sebaceous glands are located there.
C)   No, the effect is on the dermis and the sebaceous glands are located there.
D)   Yes, the effect is on the epidermis and the sebaceous glands are located there.E) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 15

A mutation that alters collagen production could render the dermis less effective at maintaining the strength of the skin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The skin that covers the lateral and proximal edges of the nail is the ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   nail root
B)   nail body
C)   nail fold
D)   eponychium
E)   hyponychiumF) A) and C)
G) A) and B)

Question 17

Subcutaneous tissue contains of all of the following EXCEPT ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   collagen and elastin fibers
B)   macrophages
C)   loose connective tissue
D)   fibroblasts and adipocytes
E)   stratified squamous epithelial tissueF) None of the above
G) D) and E)

Question 18

The term "stratum germinativum" is sometimes used to refer to the ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   stratum basale
B)   stratum corneum
C)   stratum spinosum
D)   stratum granulosum
E)   stratum lucidumF) D) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 19

Papercuts do not bleed because the cuts do not damaged the durable blood vessels of the stratum spinosum.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 5: Integumentary System

Acne is caused by

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-The figure illustrates the layers of the epidermis. Which layer of the epidermis is "E"?

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Which type of burn involves damage to the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue?

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Fingernails are comprised of

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The skin that covers the lateral and proximal edges of the nail is the ________.

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The blue color of superficial blood vessels results from

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As skin cells move toward the surface of the body, they produce a protein that reduces water loss. This process is called ________.

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

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Indicate the statements that describe erythema. (Check all that apply.)

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An increase in body temperature causes

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A mutation that alters collagen production could render the dermis less effective at maintaining the strength of the skin.

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Some acne drugs include peroxides that increase 'peeling' or shedding of skin. The main side effects include drying of the skin, redness, rashes, bleaching and possible hair loss at contact areas. Do these drugs have an effect on the sebum-production?

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Papercuts do not bleed because the cuts do not damaged the durable blood vessels of the stratum spinosum.

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Which of the following statements explains why decubitus ulcers are of concern in elderly patients?

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An abrasion of the skin results in which of the following?

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Which factors can be used to differentiate between eccrine sweat glands and apocrine sweat glands?

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The term "stratum germinativum" is sometimes used to refer to the ________.

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Subcutaneous tissue contains of all of the following EXCEPT ________.

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Which type of burn appears white or black with no immediate pain?

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Another name for a bedsore is ________.

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