Chapter 50 Anatomy and Physiology of the Integumentary System

Chapter 50  Anatomy and Physiology of the Integumentary System

Complete Chapter Questions And Answers
 

Sample Questions

1.
The dermis is composed of which of the following layers? Select all that apply.
A)
Epidermis
B)
Papillary dermis
C)
Collagen
D)
Hypodermis
E)
Subcutaneous tissue
F)
Reticular dermis

2.
The nurse is caring for a patient who has nerve damage of the dermal layer of the skin. Which of the following are sensory receptors included in the dermal layer? Select all that apply.
A)
Heat
B)
Cold
C)
Inflammation
D)
Pain
E)
Touch
F)
Pressure
G)
Light
H)
Numbness

3.
How does the epidermal layer of the integument help to maintain homeostasis? Select all that apply.
A)
It kills bacteria.
B)
It restricts water loss.
C)
It allows all bacteria to escape.
D)
It protects against microbes.
E)
It protects against radiation.
F)
It protects against ultraviolet light exposure.
G)
It filters microbes.

4.
The nurse is caring for a patient in the ICU who became septic from a sebaceous cyst. During a patient education session the nurse is explaining to the patient that the sebaceous glands secrete sebum through the hair follicles. Sebum consists of which of the following? Select all that apply.
A)
Mucus
B)
Wax
C)
Serum
D)
Cholesterol
E)
Oil
F)
Triglycerides
G)
Sweat
H)
Bacteria

5.
Which layer of the skin contains blood vessels that are integral to the regulation of body temperature and blood pressure?
A)
Subcutaneous
B)
Dermis
C)
Epidermis
D)
Endothelial

Answer Key

1.
B, F
2.
A, B, D, E, F
3.
B, D, F
4.
B, D, F
5.
B