Chapter 5 Quiz: The Integumentary System

Each of the following is a function of the integumentary system except

synthesis of vitamin C

The two components of the integumentary system are the

cutaneous membrane and accessory structures

Large quantities of keratin are found in the epidermal layer called the

corneum

All of the following are true of epidermal ridges except that they

extend into the hypodermis

The epidermis of the skin is composed of what type of tissue?

keratinized stratified squamous epithelium

The layer of stem cells that constantly divide to renew the epidermis is the

stratum basale

Thin skin contains ________ epidermal layer(s) and thick skin contains ________ layers.

4; 5

Which of the following statements about rickets is not true?

It is usually genetic.

The layer of the skin that contains bundles of collagen and elastic fibers responsible for the strength of the skin is the _________ layer

reticular

A surgical incision parallel to the lines of cleavage

closes and heals with relatively little scarring

When the arrector pili muscles contract,

"goose bumps" are formed

Glands that discharge an oily secretion into hair follicles are ________ glands.

sebaceous

Which of the following happens if body temperature rises above normal?

Blood flow to the skin increases

The nail body covers the

nail bed

The type of burn that may require a skin graft is a ______ burn.

third-degree