Which of the following is a barrier against pathogens provided by the skin? a. high pH b. mucus c. tears d. desiccation

Q: 2. A) Keratinization involves skin cells moving to the surface that have _________________.   A.…

A: a) The process by which vertebrate epithelial cells become filled with keratin protein filaments is…

Q: Does skin have DNA?

A: DNA is a double helical structure present in nucleus of a cell and contains all the necessary…

Q: Explain why placing an ice pack on an area of skin results in the area appearing red

A: KEY WORDS :- Cold application - It is the cold application done by ice packs or ice etc to give…

Q: Describe the elements that make aged skin more susceptible to infection.

A: Each cell has the capacity to multiply and split into other cells of the same kind. The genetic…

Q: E. You suspect that A.N. has deep partial-thickness burns. Which best describes this type of burn?…

A: Hello. Since you have posted multiple questions and not specified which question needs to be solved,…

Q: At what stage of wound healing does granulation tissue first form? a. after scar tissue forms along…

A: Wound is the damage to the tissues caused by an injury. Wound healing mechanisms are well studied.…

Q: In general, skin cancers ________. a. are easily treatable and not a major health concern b. occur…

A: The uncontrolled division of cell that leads to the formation of undifferentiated cells called a…

Q: Can a skin woundturn deadly?

A: Skin is the largest organ of the body that protects vital and delicate internal organs from…

Q: In response to stimuli from the sympathetic nervous system, the arrector pili ________. a. are…

A: Arrector pili is made up of smooth muscle and also innervated by sympathetic nervous system.…

Q: The term for replacement of damaged cells with scar tissue is ?

A: The regeneration of the injured tissue is known as tissue repair or healing. It is a process of…

Q: Why does a deep injury to the skin result in abundant scar tissue?

A: Fibrous tissue is the type of tissue that forms when normal tissues of  the body get damaged by any…

Q: Which factors influence the ability of a tissue to heal? a.presence of blisters associated with the…

A: A burn injury is damage to the skin caused by a hot substance. Based on the extent of the damage, a…

Q: Describe the major events of the four steps (listed below) of integument repair following injury:…

A: Skin is an integumentary system which protects the internal organs from harmful external factors.…

Q: A major function of the skin is protection from ______.   A. abrasion   B. ultraviolet light   C.…

A: Skin is the outermost layer of the body and provides protection from mechanical impacts and…

Q: Given what you know about Tanya’s burns, what functions of the skin are most in danger? Estimate the…

A: 1. After studying Tanya's Case, it is clear that Tanya had severe burns with gray-white blisters and…

Q: Another feature of CIPA is anhidrosis, or the inability to sweat. Explain why Maria’s inability to…

A: Sweating one of the important features of the human body for maintaining body homeostasis. It does…

Q: Describe how the cells change as they become integrated into the different layers of the epidermis

A: Part A Answer: As the cells move into the stratum spinosum, they begin the synthesis of keratin and…

Q: Most of the cells of the epidermis are ________________.   A. Langerhans cells   B. macrophages…

A: The skin contains 3 layers of tissue which are- epidermis at the top, dermis in the middle and…

Q: Sebaceous glands ________. a. are a type of sweat gland b. are associated with hair follicles c. may…

A: A gland is a specialized organ of the body that produces and releases certain substances that play a…

Q: List three different protective mechanisms in the skin that resist infection.  Explain how they…

A: Skin It is the important first line of defense against pathogens. It is a non specific type and acts…

Q: Can any treatment cream absorb through the scab on the skin, for example, scar treatment gel,…

A: Removing the scab can create a larger wound area and thus a larger scar. Clinicians can advise…

Q: Elastic fibers of the skin are associated with the: a) papillary layer. b) reticular layer. c)…

A: The tissues are of various types such as epithelial, connective, muscular and nervous. They are made…

Q: Describe the skin's role as a barrier of protection.

A: Ans: The outermost layer of the skin - stratum corneum act as the first line of defense and is a…

Q: Sweat glands that communicate with hair follicles in the armpits and produce an odorous secretion…

A: Glands are the specialized organs that synthesize biochemical products. These products are…

Q: Some strains of Staphylococcus aureus produce exfoliative toxin, a chemical that causes portions of…

A: Staphylococcus aureus is a bacterium that falls under the gram-positive category. It has a spherical…

Q: Which of the following is NOT a component of the epidermis thin skin?   A. Capillaries   B.…

A: Skin that has four layers of cells is referred to as thin skin. From deep to superficial, these…

Q: When you are outside on a cold day, your skin is muchpaler than normal. Later, you enter a warm…

A: the reasons for these changes in color are :

Q: Identify the epidermal layer(s) in which the following cancers arise: (a) basal cell carcinoma; (b)…

A: The largest organ of the human body is known as the skin. It is made up of three layers, the…

Q: First degree burns requires a. excising the tissue b. waxing c. excising the tissue, wax…

A: A burn happens whenever skin tissue is damaged by heat, toxins, daylight, electricity, or…

Q: Keratinization involves skin cells moving to the surface that have _________________.   A. lost…

A: keratinization is the process in which the cytoplasm of the outermost cells of the epidermis is…

Q: Name and describe the pigments in the skin. Which pigment is more protective against ultraviolet…

A: Pigments are responsible for skin, eye and hair color.

Q: In an accident a patients arm has been cut so deep that her skin,muscles and bone are damaged.…

A: Road rash is the common term used for a skin abrasion—an area on the body where the skin has been…

Q: Which of the following statements about melanocytes and keratinocytes is true?   a. Melanocytes…

A: The skin contains the three main layers: Epidermis Dermis  Hypodermis Skin is the largest organ of…

Q: Explain three ways the skin acts as a defense mechanism.

A: Human has the ability to fight against pathogens. This is the first line of defense that is present…

Q: In what order would a vaccination needle pass through the layers of the skin? Choose one:…

A: Skin, the largest organ in the body, protects against germs, regulates body temperature, and allows…

Q: Skin peeling results after beautifying dermatological treatment because:  a. the chemical used is a…

A: Skin:-Main part of the integumentary system.-The largest organ in the human body.-Skin acts as a…

Q: The cuticle is a complex non-cellular layer secreted by the epidermis. It is the seat of complex…

A: 'Metamorphosis' is a natural mechanism in which creatures such as insects, amphibians, and a few…

Q: The following descriptions of superficial burns are correct except(

A: D) Slow healing with hypertrophic scar and contracture.

Q: Pigmentation of skin is due to: A. lymphocytes B. monocytes C. leucocytes D.…

A: Pigmentation basically explains the coloring of the skin. Disorder related to skin pigmentation…

Q: Stage II of pressure ulcer characterizes by partial-thickness skin loss involving epidermis and…

A: Pressure ulcers are considered a medical condition, where there will be damage in the underlying…