Question 1

The skin and its derivatives (nails, glands, and hairs) form the ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  skeletal system 
B)  integumentary system 
C)  endocrine system 
D)  immune system 
E)  lymphatic system 
A)  skeletal system 
B)  integumentary system 
C)  endocrine system 
D)  immune system 
E)  lymphatic system B

Question 2

The ABCDE rule is used for classifying burns.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Explain how the skin functions to protect deeper tissues from microbe damage.

Accepted Answer

The skin forms an unbroken surface and an "acid mantle." Skin secretions are acidic and thus inhibit microbes, such as bacteria. Phagocytes ingest foreign substances and pathogens, preventing them from penetrating into deeper body tissues.

Question 4

What type of burn only involves injury to the superficial epidermis?

Accepted Answer

A)  first 
B)  second 
C)  third 
D)  fourth 
A)  first 
B)  second 
C)  third 
D)  fourth

Question 5

The ________ membrane lines the fibrous capsule surrounding joints.

Accepted Answer

A)  synovial 
B)  serous 
C)  mucous 
D)  cutaneous 
A)  synovial 
B)  serous 
C)  mucous 
D)  cutaneous

Question 6

What skin disorder is recognized using the ABCDE rule?

Accepted Answer

A)  squamous cell carcinoma 
B)  melanoma 
C)  psoriasis 
D)  basal cell carcinoma 
E)  impetigo 
A)  squamous cell carcinoma 
B)  melanoma 
C)  psoriasis 
D)  basal cell carcinoma 
E)  impetigo

Question 7

Explain how the skin helps regulate body temperature.

Accepted Answer

The nervous system is responsible for co

Question 8

Match the following:
-Type of membrane that lines body cavities closed to the exterior

Accepted Answer

A) mucous membrane 
B) synovial membrane 
C) cutaneous membrane 
D) serous membrane 
A) mucous membrane 
B) synovial membrane 
C) cutaneous membrane 
D) serous membrane

Question 9

The outermost layer of the epidermis is keratinized and known as stratum ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  basale 
B)  granulosum 
C)  corneum 
D)  spinosum 
A)  basale 
B)  granulosum 
C)  corneum 
D)  spinosum

Question 10

Match the following:
-Keratinocyte

Accepted Answer

A) Upper layer of the dermis that forms dermal papillae 
B) Hypodermis 
C) Cell that produces a pigment known as melanin 
D) Deepest layer of the epidermis that is situated closest to the dermis 
E) Cell commonly found in the epidermis that produces keratin
F)Superficial layer of the epidermis made of 20-30 cell layers of dead, keratin-filled cells
G)Cell responsible for alerting and activating an immune response to a bacterial or viral invasion 
A) Upper layer of the dermis that forms dermal papillae 
B) Hypodermis 
C) Cell that produces a pigment known as melanin 
D) Deepest layer of the epidermis that is situated closest to the dermis 
E) Cell commonly found in the epidermis that produces keratin
F)Superficial layer of the epidermis made of 20-30 cell layers of dead, keratin-filled cells
G)Cell responsible for alerting and activating an immune response to a bacterial or viral invasion

Question 11

Using Figure 4.1, identify the following:
-The hypodermis, or subcutaneous tissue, is represented by ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  Label A 
B)  Label B 
C)  Label C 
D)  Label D 
E)  Label E
F) Label F 
A)  Label A 
B)  Label B 
C)  Label C 
D)  Label D 
E)  Label E
F) Label F

Question 12

Which of the following stimulates eccrine sweat glands to release sweat?

Accepted Answer

A)  high temperatures 
B)  dry skin 
C)  hormones, especially male sex hormones 
D)  cold temperatures 
E)  both by high temperatures and by hormones, especially male hormones 
A)  high temperatures 
B)  dry skin 
C)  hormones, especially male sex hormones 
D)  cold temperatures 
E)  both by high temperatures and by hormones, especially male hormones

Question 13

Distinguish between the locations and secretions of apocrine and eccrine sweat glands.

Accepted Answer

Eccrine sweat glands are more numerous t

Question 14

Sebaceous glands and sweat glands are cutaneous glands associated with the skin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Both serous fluid and synovial fluid serve as lubricants in their respective locations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Collagen and elastic fibers are common in the epidermis of the skin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Although you get wet while swimming, which tough protein within the skin prevents it from soaking up moisture like a sponge?

Accepted Answer

A)  serous fluid 
B)  melanin 
C)  mucus 
D)  carotene 
E)  keratin 
A)  serous fluid 
B)  melanin 
C)  mucus 
D)  carotene 
E)  keratin

Question 18

Match the following:
-Type of membrane adapted for absorption or secretion

Accepted Answer

A) mucous membrane 
B) synovial membrane 
C) cutaneous membrane 
D) serous membrane 
A) mucous membrane 
B) synovial membrane 
C) cutaneous membrane 
D) serous membrane

Question 19

Apocrine gland secretions are normally odorless, and may be milky or yellowish in color.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The rule of nines is used to estimate how much of the body surface is burned.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The skin and its derivatives (nails, glands, and hairs) form the ________.

The ABCDE rule is used for classifying burns.

Explain how the skin functions to protect deeper tissues from microbe damage.

What type of burn only involves injury to the superficial epidermis?

The ________ membrane lines the fibrous capsule surrounding joints.

What skin disorder is recognized using the ABCDE rule?

Explain how the skin helps regulate body temperature.

Match the following: -Type of membrane that lines body cavities closed to the exterior

The outermost layer of the epidermis is keratinized and known as stratum ________.

Match the following: -Keratinocyte

Using Figure 4.1, identify the following: -The hypodermis, or subcutaneous tissue, is represented by ________.

Which of the following stimulates eccrine sweat glands to release sweat?

Distinguish between the locations and secretions of apocrine and eccrine sweat glands.

Sebaceous glands and sweat glands are cutaneous glands associated with the skin.

Both serous fluid and synovial fluid serve as lubricants in their respective locations.

Collagen and elastic fibers are common in the epidermis of the skin.

Although you get wet while swimming, which tough protein within the skin prevents it from soaking up moisture like a sponge?

Match the following: -Type of membrane adapted for absorption or secretion

Apocrine gland secretions are normally odorless, and may be milky or yellowish in color.

The rule of nines is used to estimate how much of the body surface is burned.

The Human Body: An Orientation

Basic Chemistry

Cells and Tissues

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Nervous System

Special Senses

The Endocrine System

Blood

The Cardiovascular System

The Lymphatic System and Body Defenses

The Respiratory System

The Digestive System and Body Metabolism

The Urinary System

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Exam 4: Skin and Body Membranes

The skin and its derivatives (nails, glands, and hairs) form the ________.

The ABCDE rule is used for classifying burns.

Explain how the skin functions to protect deeper tissues from microbe damage.

What type of burn only involves injury to the superficial epidermis?

The ________ membrane lines the fibrous capsule surrounding joints.

What skin disorder is recognized using the ABCDE rule?

Explain how the skin helps regulate body temperature.

Match the following: -Type of membrane that lines body cavities closed to the exterior

The outermost layer of the epidermis is keratinized and known as stratum ________.

Match the following: -Keratinocyte

Using Figure 4.1, identify the following: -The hypodermis, or subcutaneous tissue, is represented by ________.

Which of the following stimulates eccrine sweat glands to release sweat?

Distinguish between the locations and secretions of apocrine and eccrine sweat glands.

Sebaceous glands and sweat glands are cutaneous glands associated with the skin.

Both serous fluid and synovial fluid serve as lubricants in their respective locations.

Collagen and elastic fibers are common in the epidermis of the skin.

Although you get wet while swimming, which tough protein within the skin prevents it from soaking up moisture like a sponge?

Match the following: -Type of membrane adapted for absorption or secretion

Apocrine gland secretions are normally odorless, and may be milky or yellowish in color.

The rule of nines is used to estimate how much of the body surface is burned.

The Human Body: An Orientation

Basic Chemistry

Cells and Tissues

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Nervous System

Special Senses

The Endocrine System

Blood

The Cardiovascular System

The Lymphatic System and Body Defenses

The Respiratory System

The Digestive System and Body Metabolism

The Urinary System

The Reproductive System

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