Memmler’s A&P Chap 6 The Skin
The Skin p108 The Integumentary system is made up of the skin and accessory structures: – Glands – Hair – Nails
Structure of the skin p Layers of the skin: – Epidermis – Dermis – Subcutaneous layer
Accessory structures of the skin p108 Sebaceous glands Sudoriferous glands: Eccrine glands Apocrine glands Hair Nails
Functions of the skin p112 Protection against disease Protection against dehydration Regulation of body temperature Collection of sensory information
Observations of the skin p Pallor Flushing Cyanosis Jaundice Diaphoresis Ecchymosis
Lesions p115 Surface lesions A. Macule B. Papule C. Vesicle D. Pustule
Deeper lesions p 116 Excoriation Laceration Ulcer Fissure
Burns p116 Burns are assessed by the depth of damage and the percentage of body surface area involved. Main risks with burns is dehydration and infection due to the disruption of the skin.
Tissue repair p117 Epithelial tissue repairs easily. Connective tissue (cartilage) repairs slowly. Muscle tissue and nervous tissue : replaced by connective tissue.
Wound healing p117 Affected by: – Nutrition – Blood supply – Infections – Age
Effects of aging on integ system 118 Wrinkles Dermis thins Elasticity is lost Extra pigmentation: brown spots Hair is not replaced as rapidly Decreased numbers of sweat glands Nails become brittle, thick, discolored
Care of the skin p118 WASH IT REGULARLY!!!
Skin disorders p Dermatology Dermatitis – Atopic dermatitis – Psoriasis – Cancer Basal cell carcinoma Squamous cell carcinoma Melanoma
Skin Cancer: A. Basal cell carcinoma B. Squamous cell carcinoma C. Melanoma
Skin disorders continued, p119 Acne Impetigo Viral infections Fungal infection Alopecia
Skin disorders continued p Allergy – Pruritus – Urticaria Pressure ulcers: bedsores, decubitus ulcers