UNIT 2 integumentary system quiz

Acral

pertaining to the peripheral parts or extremities of the body (furthest from the center)

Adipose Tissue

commonly known as body fat, is a specialized connective tissue that stores energy, insulates the body, and acts as an endocrine organ

dermis

the thick, fibrous middle layer of the skin located directly beneath the epidermis and above the subcutaneous layer

edema

is defined as the abnormal accumulation of excess fluid in the body’s tissues, primarily within the interstitial spaces

epidermis

is the outermost, thinnest layer of the skin, composed primarily of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium

integumentary system

the body system made up of the skin and its accessory structures, including hair, nails, and glands, which act as a physical barrier to protect the body and maintain internal balance.

Jaundice

a yellow discoloration of the skin, sclera (whites of the eyes), and mucous membranes caused by elevated levels of bilirubin in the blood

Lesion

any abnormal structural change, break, or localized injury in the body's tissues

nonpitting edema

swelling in the soft tissues that is firm, rubbery, and does not leave an indentation or depression after pressure is applied

pitting edema

welling caused by excess fluid trapped in body tissues that leaves a lasting indentation or "pit" after you press firmly on the skin

pressure injury

localized damage to the skin and/or underlying soft tissue, usually over a bony prominence or related to a medical or other device

sebaceous glands

microscopic exocrine glands in the dermis that secrete an oily, lipid-rich substance called sebum into hair follicles or directly onto the skin surface.

subcutaneous tissue

the deepest layer of the skin located beneath the dermis.

sweat glands

coiled tubular exocrine glands located within the dermis of the skin that secrete fluids onto the body's surface via ducts.

turgor

refers to skin elasticity, which is the skin's ability to change shape and return to its normal position after being pinched