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List the 4 tissues that make up the body.
Describe exocrine glands.
Explain why skin is considered a membrane.
Define homeostasis.
Define negative feedback.
List and describe the components of a feedback loop.
Overview of the skin's structure.
Skin Types: Cutaneous membrane, largest organ of the body (1.8 m2).
Comprised of all four tissue types.
The integumentary system includes skin and accessory organs.
Regions: Epidermis, dermis, hypodermis/subcutaneous tissue attaches skin to underlying tissue.
Epidermis:
Dermis:
Hypodermis (subcutaneous layer):
Includes hair follicles, sensory receptors, and various glands (sebaceous and sweat).
Characteristics: Outer, thinner skin region.
Structure: Composed of five layers (strata).
Layers (Deep to Superficial):
Stratum basale
Stratum spinosum
Stratum granulosum
Stratum lucidum
Stratum corneum
Visual breakdown of epidermis and dermis with respect to skin anatomy.
Function: Constant cell division; new cells pushed to the surface.
Cell Types:
Keratinocytes (most numerous, produce keratin)
Melanocytes (produce melanin)
Albinism: condition with lack of melanin production.
Stratum spinosum: Cells divide, spiny appearance from keratin fibers.
Stratum granulosum: Flattened cells, high keratin and pigment granules.
Stratum lucidum: Present in thick skin, protects against friction.
Stratum Corneum: Tough outer layer, keratinized/dead cells preventing water loss and serving as a barrier against microbes.
Composition: Dense irregular connective tissue, collagen and elastic fibers.
Dermal features: Includes dermal papillae, vascularization (supplies nutrients and oxygen), and numerous sensory nerve fibers.
Provides a detailed view of skin structures and layers, highlighting various components such as hair follicles, glands, and nerve fibers.
Description: Located below the dermis, loose connective tissue.
Function: Energy storage, insulation, padding.
Subcutaneous injections: Administered here using a hypodermic needle.
Focus on accessory structures associated with the skin.
Presence: Hair is absent from palms, soles, lips, and certain reproductive organs.
Development: Noticeable hair in axillary and pelvic regions post-puberty.
Properties of hair follicles in the dermis formed from epidermal cells.
Key Components:
Hair matrix (cell division & growth center).
Hair root vs. Hair shaft.
Sebaceous glands and arrector pili muscle: Associated structures.
Diagram illustrating hair anatomy including the hair shaft, follicle, sebaceous gland, and muscle attachments.
Formation: Specialized epithelial cells keratinized at nail root.
Parts:
Nail body (visible part)
Cuticle (skin fold hiding the root)
Lunula: Whitish half-moon shape at nail base.
Sagittal section of a nail showing various nail components.
Two major types of glands in the skin.
Sweat glands
Sebaceous glands
Diagram of sweat and sebaceous glands showcasing their locations and systems within skin anatomy.
Types:
Apocrine glands: Found in specific areas; activated at puberty.
Eccrine sweat glands: Opens onto skin surface; regulates body temperature and excretes waste.
Ceruminous glands: Modified sweat glands (earwax).
Function: Associated with hair follicles.
Secretion: Produces sebum; blockage leads to whiteheads/blackheads.
Acne: Inflammation of sebaceous glands.
Mammary glands: Modified apocrine glands for milk production.
Exploration of skin functions arises.
Protection: Shields against trauma, UV, pathogens.
Water regulation: Waterproof barrier.
Sweat: Eliminates excess water and waste.
Vitamin D production: Prevents Rickets through UV exposure.
Sensation: Gathers environmental information.
Temperature regulation.
Diagrams contrasting normal and Rickets-affected skin.
Body heat generated via ATP production.
Responses to temperature changes:
Rise: Mechanisms put in place to cool down.
Fall: Alerts systems to create heat.
Hyperthermia: including heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Hypothermia: responses and health impacts.
Examination of common skin disorders.
Athlete’s foot: Fungal infection of toes/soles.
Impetigo: Bacterial infection common in young children.
Candidiasis: Yeast infection in moist areas.
Eczema: Inflammation of the skin.
Dandruff: Produced by dry scalp.
Urticaria (Hives): Allergic reaction with itchy patches.
Skin cancer begins with DNA mutation.
Types:
Nonmelanoma: including basal and squamous cell carcinoma.
Melanoma: a more dangerous form.
ABCDE Rule for Melanoma:
Asymmetry
Border irregularities
Color variances
Diameter greater than 6 mm
Evolving characteristics.
Description: Most common skin cancer.
Caused by UV radiation affecting basal cells.
Variability in signs; high chance of successful treatment.
Diagrams depicting signs of basal cell carcinoma.
Description: Less common, but more likely to spread and fatal in some cases.
Signs resemble basal cell carcinoma with possible warty/scaly growths.
Illustrative examples of squamous cell carcinoma.
More aggressive form of skin cancer.
Originates in melanocytes; associated with sunburn severity.
Rising incidence over the past decade.
Images showcasing melanoma presentation.
Methods:
Use broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 15+).
Wear protective clothing.
Utilize UV-protective sunglasses.
Avoid sun exposure during peak hours.
Steer clear of tanning beds.
Kaposi's sarcoma: Opportunistic in immunocompromised individuals.
Moles (melanocyte growths) and warts (virus-induced) are not typically cancerous.
Inflammatory Response: Symptoms include redness, swelling, heat, pain.
Steps:
Blood fills the wound; clot formation.
White blood cells and fibroblasts migrate.
Fibroblasts promote tissue regeneration and close wound margins.
New cells produced by the basal layer of epidermis.
Fibroblasts generate scar tissue.
Diagram outlining steps and healing progress through various phases of wound healing.
Burns can stem from heat, chemicals, radiation, or electrical sources.
Severity assesses based on depth and area affected.
First-degree: Partial-thickness burn.
Second-degree: Partial-thickness burn.
Third-degree: Full-thickness burns.
Fourth-degree: Involves deeper tissues down to the bone.
Technique to estimate the extent of burns on the body.
Lund-Browder chart: Specifically adapted for children.
Illustrative representation of the "Rule of Nines" for burn assessment.
Conditions under which burns are considered critical:
Second-degree burns covering >25% body.
Third-degree burns covering >10% body.
Any fourth-degree burn area.
Third-degree burns on face, hands, or feet.
Discussion of aging's effects on the integumentary system.
Reduced mitosis rates of skin cells.
Thinning dermis and flattening dermal papillae.
Decrease of adipose tissue in hypodermis.
Loss of collagen.
Wrinkles from decreased padding, fiber loss, and UV exposure.
Limited adjustment to heat due to fewer blood vessels and sweat glands.
Decreased hair follicle numbers.
Reduced sebaceous gland count.
Melanocyte reduction.
Accumulated sun damage effects.
Role of skin in various organ systems.
Interacts with lymphatic system for protection.
Aids kidneys in water balance and waste excretion.
Stores calcium in skeletal system.
Senses environmental changes through the nervous system.
Supports muscular system in temperature maintenance.
Interdependent with cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, renal systems.
Responds to endocrine hormones and aids reproduction.