Skin Structure, D&D

Inflammation of the skin caused by having contact with certain chemicals or substances

Small brown or flesh-colored outgrowth of the skin

Small brown or flesh-colored outgrowth of the skin

Large protruding pocket-like lesion filled with sebum

Abnormal brown or wine-colored skin discoloration with a circular or irregular shape

Skin sore or abrasion produced by scratching or scraping

Common bacterial infection of the eyes

The layer of skin that we see and is treated by the practitioner is the:

Benign, keratin-filled cysts that appear just under the epidermis and have no visible opening are:

Fatty tissue found below the dermis is:

An open lesion of the skin or mucous membrane, accompanied by pus and characterized by loss of skin depth, is a(n):

A closed comedo is also known as a blackhead.(T/F)
True False

A large sore bump that does not have a head of pus is a:

A freckle is an example of a mark on the skin called a:

The clear, transparent layer just under the stratum corneum that consists of small cells through which light can pass is the:

The American Cancer Society recommends using a checklist to recognize potential skin cancer or changes in moles, using the letter B to check mole:

Acne is also known as sebaceous vulgaris.(T/F)
True False

A hair follicle filled with keratin and sebum forms a:

Inflammation of the sebaceous glands characterized by red, flaky skin in the scalp and hairline is:

All of the following are examples of primary lesions EXCEPT:

The trick in preventing occupational contact dermatitis is to use gloves or utensils when working with irritating chemicals.(T/F)
True False

Dark, brown patches on the skin that may appear uneven in texture, jagged, or raised may be a warning sign of:

Continued pressure on any part of the skin causes it to thicken and develop into a(n):

A flat spot or discoloration on the skin is a:

The surface of healthy skin is slightly:

A large blister containing a watery fluid is a:

A skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands caused from retained secretions is:

Dead cells that form over a wound or blemish while it is healing comprise a:

Hypertrophy of the papillae and epidermis is a:

Any thin dry or oily plate of epidermal flakes is known as a:

Milia resemble small sesame seeds and are commonly associated with newborn babies.(T/F)
True False

The melanin produced by the body that is red to yellow in color is:

Which type of nerve fibers carry impulses from the brain to the muscles?

Cracks in the skin that penetrate the dermis layer, such as chapped hands or lips, are:

The deeper layer of the dermis that supplies the skin with oxygen and nutrients is the:

The most common and least severe type of skin cancer is:

An abnormal cell mass that varies in size, color, and shape is a:

Which of the following is NOT an intrinsic skin-aging factor?

The top of the papillary layer where it joins the epidermis is the:

Distended or dilated surface blood vessels are called:

The highly sensitive dermis layer of connective tissue is about 10 times thicker than the epidermis. (T/F)
True False

An inflamed pimple containing pus is a:

The layer of the dermis that houses the nerve endings which provide the body with the sense of touch is found in the:

The epidermis layer of the skin is also known as the:

Oil glands that are connected to hair follicles are also called:

Vitamins such as A, C, D, and E have been shown to have positive effects on the skin’s health when taken by mouth. (T/F)
True False

After four years of college, you can become a dermatologist.(T/F)
True False

The deepest layer of the epidermis, the basal cell layer, is also known as the:

Receptors that send messages to the brain

Produce the dark skin pigment called melanin

Fibrous protein that gives the skin form and strength

Fibrous protein that is also the principal component of hair and nails

Small, cone-shaped elevations at the bottom of the hair follicles

Small, round elevation on the skin that contains no fluid but may develop pus

A thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue is known as a:

All of the following are appendages of the skin EXCEPT:

The absence of melanin pigmentation of the body is known as:

The cause of rosacea is unknown. (T/F)
True False

The dermis layer is made up of two layers, which are the: