1. Copyright © 2008 Delmar Learning. All rights reserved. Unit 38 Integumentary System

2. Copyright © 2008 Delmar Learning. All rights reserved. Objectives Spell and define terms. Review the location and function of the skin. Describe some common skin lesions. List three diagnostic tests associated with skin conditions.

3. Copyright © 2008 Delmar Learning. All rights reserved. Objectives Describe nursing assistant actions relating to care of patients with specific skin conditions. Identify persons at risk for the formation of pressure ulcers. Describe measures to prevent pressure ulcers.

4. Copyright © 2008 Delmar Learning. All rights reserved. Objectives Describe the stages of pressure ulcer formation and identify appropriate nursing assistant actions. List nursing assistant actions in caring for patients with burns.

5. Copyright © 2008 Delmar Learning. All rights reserved. Integumentary System Structures The integumentary system includes: –Skin –Hair –Nails –Sweat glands –Nerves –Oil glands

6. Copyright © 2008 Delmar Learning. All rights reserved. Epidermis Consists of dead outer cells –Constantly shed as new cells move upward from the dermis

7. Copyright © 2008 Delmar Learning. All rights reserved. Dermis Contains blood vessels, nerve fibers, sweat glands, and oil glands

8. Copyright © 2008 Delmar Learning. All rights reserved. Skin Functions The skin has many functions that are critical to the well-being of the body: –Protection –Storage –Elimination –Sensory perception

9. Copyright © 2008 Delmar Learning. All rights reserved. Skin Lesions Injury or disease can cause changes in skin structures –Changes are called lesions –Lesions may be caused by disease, trauma, wear, or the aging process.

10. Copyright © 2008 Delmar Learning. All rights reserved. Skin Lesions When caring for patients with skin lesions: –Follow standard precautions