Question 1

Using Figure 4.1, identify the following:
-The hypodermis, or subcutaneous tissue, is represented by ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   Label A
B)   Label B
C)   Label C
D)   Label D
E)   Label EF)  Label F

Question 2

The skin and its derivatives (nails, glands, and hairs)  form the ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   skeletal system
B)   integumentary system
C)   endocrine system
D)   immune system
E)   lymphatic system B

Question 3

Apocrine gland secretions are normally odorless, and may be milky or yellowish in color.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Match the following:
-Type of membrane adapted for absorption or secretion

Accepted Answer

A)  mucous membrane
B)  synovial membrane
C)  cutaneous membrane
D)  serous membrane

Question 5

Although you get wet while swimming, which tough protein within the skin prevents it from soaking up moisture like a sponge?

Accepted Answer

A)   serous fluid
B)   melanin
C)   mucus
D)   carotene
E)   keratin

Question 6

The rule of nines is used to estimate how much of the body surface is burned.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The outermost layer of the epidermis is keratinized and known as stratum ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   basale
B)   granulosum
C)   corneum
D)   spinosum

Question 8

Match the following:
-Type of membrane that lines body cavities closed to the exterior

Accepted Answer

A)  mucous membrane
B)  synovial membrane
C)  cutaneous membrane
D)  serous membrane

Question 9

Explain how the skin helps regulate body temperature.

Accepted Answer

The nervous system is responsible for co...

Question 10

The ABCDE rule is used for classifying burns.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 11

Which of the following stimulates eccrine sweat glands to release sweat?

Accepted Answer

A)   high temperatures
B)   dry skin
C)   hormones, especially male sex hormones
D)   cold temperatures
E)   both by high temperatures and by hormones, especially male hormones

Question 12

What skin disorder is recognized using the ABCDE rule?

Accepted Answer

A)   squamous cell carcinoma
B)   melanoma
C)   psoriasis
D)   basal cell carcinoma
E)   impetigo

Question 13

Both serous fluid and synovial fluid serve as lubricants in their respective locations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Distinguish between the locations and secretions of apocrine and eccrine sweat glands.

Accepted Answer

Eccrine sweat glands are more numerous t...

Question 15

Explain how the skin functions to protect deeper tissues from microbe damage.

Accepted Answer

The skin forms an unbroken surface and an "acid mantle." Skin secretions are acidic and thus inhibit microbes, such as bacteria. Phagocytes ingest foreign substances and pathogens, preventing them from penetrating into deeper body tissues.

Question 16

Collagen and elastic fibers are common in the epidermis of the skin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Sebaceous glands and sweat glands are cutaneous glands associated with the skin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The ________ membrane lines the fibrous capsule surrounding joints.

Accepted Answer

A)   synovial
B)   serous
C)   mucous
D)   cutaneous

Question 19

Match the following:
-Keratinocyte

Accepted Answer

A)  Upper layer of the dermis that forms dermal papillae
B)  Hypodermis
C)  Cell that produces a pigment known as melanin
D)  Deepest layer of the epidermis that is situated closest to the dermis
E)  Cell commonly found in the epidermis that produces keratinF) Superficial layer of the epidermis made of 20-30 cell layers of dead, keratin-filled cellsG) Cell responsible for alerting and activating an immune response to a bacterial or viral invasion

Question 20

What type of burn only involves injury to the superficial epidermis?

Accepted Answer

A)   first
B)   second
C)   third
D)   fourth

Exam 4: Skin and Body Membranes

Using Figure 4.1, identify the following: -The hypodermis, or subcutaneous tissue, is represented by ________.

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The skin and its derivatives (nails, glands, and hairs) form the ________.

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Apocrine gland secretions are normally odorless, and may be milky or yellowish in color.

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Match the following: -Type of membrane adapted for absorption or secretion

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Although you get wet while swimming, which tough protein within the skin prevents it from soaking up moisture like a sponge?

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The rule of nines is used to estimate how much of the body surface is burned.

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The outermost layer of the epidermis is keratinized and known as stratum ________.

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Match the following: -Type of membrane that lines body cavities closed to the exterior

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Explain how the skin helps regulate body temperature.

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The ABCDE rule is used for classifying burns.

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Which of the following stimulates eccrine sweat glands to release sweat?

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What skin disorder is recognized using the ABCDE rule?

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Both serous fluid and synovial fluid serve as lubricants in their respective locations.

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Distinguish between the locations and secretions of apocrine and eccrine sweat glands.

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Explain how the skin functions to protect deeper tissues from microbe damage.

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Collagen and elastic fibers are common in the epidermis of the skin.

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Sebaceous glands and sweat glands are cutaneous glands associated with the skin.

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The ________ membrane lines the fibrous capsule surrounding joints.

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Match the following: -Keratinocyte

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What type of burn only involves injury to the superficial epidermis?

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