Chapter 1: Structure & Functions of the skin

Which cells are located in the epidermis? 

Langerhan cells, Basal cells, Keratinocytes

Where are the melanocytes located? 

Basal Layer

Which of the following cells have an immunologic function?

Langerhans Cells

Between what two layers of the skin are blisters formed? 

Epidermis and Dermis

In which layer of the skin are elastic fibers primarily located?

Reticular Layer

What two functions do the blood vessels serve? 

Temperature regulation and nutrition

Which of the following glands has a greater influence in heat regulation? 

Eccrine Gland

Hair can be stimulated to grow thicker and coarser by which of the following? 

Hereditary, Hormones, Time of year

What do the melanocytes in the matrix contribute? 

Pigment

Cell division occurs in the hairs ________

Matrix

What gland does the vellus hair grow from? 

Sebaceous Gland

What ectopic sebaceous glands are often found on mucous membranes where they form small yellow papules?

Fordyce Spots

What gland is most active during puberty?

Sebaceous gland

What layer helps insulate the body from cold, cushions deep tissue from blunt trauma, and serves as a reserve source of food.

Subcutaneous