Principles of Anatomy & Physiology 14th edition by Gerard J Tortora – Test Bank

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Package Title: Testbank

Course Title: pap14

Chapter Number: 05

Question type: Multiple Choice

1) Another name for the subcutaneous layer is 

a) Dermis

b) Epidermis

c) Stratum corneum

d) Stratum basale

e) Hypodermis

Answer: e

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the general structure of skin.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

2) Which layer of the skin is composed of a keratinized stratified squamous epithelium?

a) Epidermis

b) Dermis

c) Hypodermis

d) Subcutaneous layer

e) Corpuscle

Answer: a

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the general structure of skin.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

3) Keratin

a) is a protein.

b) is secreted by plasma cells to help protect the body from viruses.

c) is made by melanocytes only.

d) is both a protein and made by melanocytes only.

e) All of these choices are correct.

Answer: a

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the general structure of skin.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

4) Which pigment secreted by specialized cells in the skin is capable of absorbing ultraviolet light?

a) Keratin

b) Melanin

c) Melatonin

d) Carotene

e) Collagen

Answer: b

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the general structure of skin.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

5) Which epidermal cell has a role in immunity and disease resistance?

a) Intraepidermal macrophages (Langerhans cells)

b) Keratinocytes

c) Melanocytes

d) Tactile epithelial cells (Merkel cells)

e) Podocytes

Answer: a

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the general structure of skin.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

6) Which layer of the epidermis is composed of a single row of cuboidal or columnar keratinocytes?

a) Stratum basale

b) Stratum spinosum

c) Stratum granulosum

d) Stratum lucidum

e) Stratum corneum

Answer: a

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the general structure of skin.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

7) Which layer of the epidermis contains layers of flattened keratinocytes that are going through apoptosis?

a) Stratum basale

b) Stratum spinosum

c) Stratum granulosum

d) Stratum lucidum

e) Stratum corneum

Answer: c

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the general structure of skin.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

8) The stratum lucidum

a) contains lamellar granules.

b) lies just above the stratum basale.

c) is the layer used in a skin graft.

d) is present only in thick skin.

e) can consist of up to 25-30 layers of dead keratinocytes.

Answer: d

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the general structure of skin.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

9) Constant exposure of skin to friction stimulates the formation of a callus, which is the thickening of the _____ of the epidermis. 

a) stratum basale

b) stratum spinosum

c) stratum granulosum

d) stratum lucidum

e) stratum corneum

Answer: e

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the general structure of skin.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

10) The process of keratinization involves

a) synthesizing new pigment in the skin.

b) cells accumulating a tough fibrous protein that helps protect the skin.

c) changes occurring in thin skin only. 

d) both synthesizing new pigment in the skin and cells accumulating a tough fibrous protein that helps protect the skin.

e) none of these answer choices are correct.

Answer: b

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the general structure of skin.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

11) Which layer of the skin is composed mainly of dense irregular connective tissue containing collagen and elastic fibers?

a) Hypodermis

b) Basement membrane

c) Epidermis

d) Dermis

e) Subcutaneous (subQ) layer

Answer: d

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the general structure of skin.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.2 Compare the composition of the papillary and reticular regions of the dermis.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

Question type: Essay

12) Describe how fingerprints are formed and what they are used for.

Answer: 

Difficulty: Hard

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the general structure of skin.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.2 Compare the composition of the papillary and reticular regions of the dermis.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

Solution: epidermal ridges develop during the third or fourth fetal month as the epidermis conforms to the contours of the underlying dermal papillae of the papillary region. The ridges increase the surface area of the epidermis and thus increase the grip of the hand or foot by increasing friction. Because the ducts of sweat glands open on the tops of the epidermal ridges as sweat pores, the sweat and ridges form fingerprints upon touching a smooth object. The epidermal ridge pattern is genetically determined and is unique for each individual allowing these patterns to be used to identify individuals. 

Question type: Multiple Choice

13) Albinism is the inherited inability to produce

a) melanin.

b) carotene.

c) both melanin and carotene.

d) keratin.

e) creatinine.

Answer: a

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the general structure of skin.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.3 Explain the basis for different skin colors.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

14) Characteristics of thick skin include:

a) Found in the palms, soles of the feet and fingertips.

b) Does not contain hair follicles.

c) Contains more sweat glands than thin skin.

d) Contain epidermal ridges.

e) All of these choices are correct

Answer: e

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.3 Compare structural and functional differences in thin and thick skin.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.3 Types of Skin

15) Which of the following structures found in the skin plays an important role in thermoregulation?

a) Tactile epithelial cells (Merkel cells)

b) Sebaceous glands

c) Sweat glands

d) Nails

e) Fingerprints

Answer: c

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective 1:  LO 5.4 Describe how the skin contributes to the regulation of body temperature, storage of blood, protection, sensation, excretion and absorption, and synthesis of vitamin D.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.4 Functions of the Skin

16) Which of the following structures found in the skin help prevent water loss and inhibit bacterial growth on the surface of the skin?

a) Arrector pili

b) Lunula

c) Sweat glands

d) Hair follicles

e) Oil glands

Answer: e

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.4 Describe how the skin contributes to the regulation of body temperature, storage of blood, protection, sensation, excretion and absorption, and synthesis of vitamin D.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.4 Functions of the Skin

Question type: Essay

17) Describe the structure and function of arrector pili.

Answer: 

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the composition of the epidermis and dermis.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Study Objective 3: SO 5.1.2 Compare the composition of the papillary and reticular regions of the dermis.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

Section Reference 2: Sec5.2 Accessory structures of the Skin

Solution: Arrector pili are smooth muscles that extend from the superficial dermis of the skin to the dermal root sheath around the side of the hair follicle. In its normal position, hair emerges at an angle to the surface of the skin. Under physiological or emotional stress, such as cold or fright, autonomic nerve endings stimulate the arrector pili muscle to contract, which pulls the hair shafts perpendicular to the skin surface. This action causes “goose bumps” because the skin around the shaft forms slight elevations.

Question type: Multiple Choice

18) This is fine non-pigmented hair that covers the body of the fetus.

a) Alopecia

b) Vellus

c) Lanugo

d) Papilla

e) Lunula

Answer: c

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

19) This type of exocrine gland is a simple, branched acinar gland connected to a hair follicle.

a) Sebaceous gland

b) Sudoriferous gland

c) Both sebaceous gland and sudoriferous gland

d) None of these answers are correct

Answer: a

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

20) Which of the following is a mixture of triglycerides, cholesterol, proteins and inorganic salts?

a) Sweat

b) Lanugo

c) Vellus

d) Sebum

e) Mucus

Answer: d

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

21) Which type of exocrine gland is a simple, coiled tubular gland that is found throughout almost the entirety of the skin?

a) Sebaceous gland

b) Eccrine sweat gland

c) Apocrine sweat gland

d) Ceruminous gland 

e) None of these answer choices are correct.

Answer: b

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

Question type: Essay

22) List and briefly describe the major functions of the skin.

Answer: 

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.4 Describe how the skin contributes to the regulation of body temperature, storage of blood, protection, sensation, excretion and absorption, and synthesis of vitamin D.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.4 Functions of the Skin

Solution: The functions of the skin include: 1) Thermoregulation: The skin thermoregulates in response to increased temperature by secreting sweat onto its surface and then increasing blood flow to the surface leading to cooling of the blood. In response to low temperatures, production of sweat is decreased and blood flow is diverted from surface to conserve heat. 2) The skin contains 8-10% of the blood and thus serves as a blood reservoir. 3) The skin covers the body and provides protection using keratin, lipids, secretions like oil and sweat, and immunological defenses. 4) The skin can detect and respond to cutaneous sensations. 5) The skin helps in excretion and absorption. 6) The skin also can synthesize vitamin D.

23) Briefly describe the steps in epidermal wound healing.

Answer: 

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.5 Explain how epidermal wounds and deep wounds heal.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.5 Maintaining Homeostasis: Skin Wound Healing

Solution: In response to an epidermal injury, basal cells of the epidermis surrounding the wound break contact with the basement membrane. The cells then enlarge and migrate across the wound. The cells appear to migrate as a sheet. When epidermal cells encounter each other they stop migrating due to contact inhibition. Migration of the epidermal cells stops completely when each is finally in contact with other epidermal cells on all sides. Epidermal growth factor is also secreted to stimulate the basal stem cells to divide and replace the ones that have moved into the wound. Epidermal cell division eventually regenerates the strata of the epidermis. 

24) Briefly describe the steps in deep wound healing.

Answer:

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.5 Explain how epidermal wounds and deep wounds heal.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.5 Maintaining Homeostasis: Skin Wound Healing

Solution: In deep wound healing, a blood clot forms during the inflammatory response and loosely unites the wound edges. Then in the migratory phase the clot becomes a scab and epithelial cells migrate beneath the scab to bridge the wound. Fibroblasts migrate along fibrin threads and begin synthesizing scar tissue and damaged blood vessels begin to regrow. During this phase, the tissue filling the wound is called granulation tissue. The proliferative phase is characterized by extensive growth of epithelial cells beneath the scab, deposition by fibroblasts of collagen fibers in random patterns, and continued growth of blood vessels. During the maturation phase, the scab sloughs off once the epidermis has been restored to normal thickness. Collagen fibers become more organized, fibroblasts decrease in number and blood vessels are restored to normal. 

Question type: Multiple Choice

25) In which type of scar does the scar tissue extend beyond the boundary of the injury into normal tissue?

a) Hypertrophic scar

b) Keloid scar

c) Proliferative scar

d) Inhibitory scar

e) Granuloma

Answer: b

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.5 Explain how epidermal wounds and deep wounds heal.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.5 Maintaining Homeostasis: Skin Wound Healing

26) In the diagram of skin shown below, where is the sebaceous gland?

a) C

b) D

c) E

d) F

e) H

Answer: a

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

27) In the diagram of skin shown below, where is the apocrine sweat gland?

a) C

b) D

c) E

d) F

e) H

Answer: d

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

28) In the diagram of skin shown below, which labeled structure generates fingerprints?

a) A

b) B

c) G

d) H

e) None of these answer choices are correct.

Answer: a

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the composition of the epidermis and dermis.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

29) In the diagram of skin shown below, where is the reticular region of the dermis?

a) E

b) F

c) G

d) H

e) A

Answer: d

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the composition of the epidermis and dermis.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

30) In the diagram of skin shown below, where is the arrector pili muscle?

a) C

b) D

c) E

d) F

e) G

Answer: b

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the composition of the epidermis and dermis.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

31) In the photomicrograph of a portion of thick skin shown below, which layer is the stratum spinosum?

a) A

b) B

c) C

d) D

e) E

Answer: d

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the general structure of the skin.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

32) In the photomicrograph of a portion of thick skin shown below, which layer is only seen in thick skin?

a) A

b) B

c) C

d) D

e) E

Answer: a

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the general structure of the skin.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

33) In the photomicrograph of a portion of thick skin shown below, which layer is the stratum basale?

a) A

b) B

c) D

d) E

e) F

Answer: d

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the general structure of the skin.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

34) In the diagram of a hair root shown, where is the cortex?

a) B

b) C

c) D

d) E

e) F

Answer: a

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

35) In the diagram of a hair root shown, where is the dermal root sheath?

a) C

b) D

c) E

d) F

e) G

Answer: d

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

36) In the diagram of a hair root shown, where is the cuticle of the hair?

a) A

b) B

c) C

d) D

e) E

Answer: c

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

37) In the figure of a sagittal section of a fingernail shown, where is the eponychium (cuticle)?

a) A

b) B

c) E

d) F

e) G

Answer: b

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

38) In the figure of a sagittal section of a fingernail shown, where is the hyponychium (nail bed)?

a) B

b) C

c) E

d) F

e) G

Answer: e

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

39) In the figure of a sagittal section of a fingernail shown below, where is the nail root?

a) A

b) C

c) E

d) F

e) G

Answer: a

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

40) In the figure of a sagittal section of a fingernail shown below, where is the nail matrix?

a) A

b) C

c) E

d) F

e) G

Answer: c

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

41) In the figure of a sagittal section of a fingernail shown, where is the lunula?

a) A

b) B

c) C

d) D

e) E

Answer: c

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

42) Which of the following best describes the events occurring at point B in the diagram of deep wound healing shown below?

a) Blood clot is forming.

b) New collagen fibers are forming.

c) Damaged blood vessels are being repaired.

d) Epithelium is migrating across wound.

e) Scar tissue is forming.

Answer: d

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.5 Explain how epidermal wounds and deep wounds heal.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.5 Maintaining Homeostasis: Skin Wound Healing

43) Which of the labeled cells in the diagram of deep wound healing shown below has phagocytic properties?

a) C

b) E

c) F

d) All of these answer choices are correct.

e) Both E and F

Answer: e

Difficulty: Hard

Study Objective 1: SO 5.5 Explain how epidermal wounds and deep wounds heal.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.5 Maintaining Homeostasis: Skin Wound Healing

44) Which of the following best describes the events occurring at point A in the diagram of deep wound healing shown below?

a) Blood clot is forming.

b) New collagen fibers are forming.

c) Damaged blood vessels are being repaired.

d) Epithelium is migrating across wound.

e) Scar tissue is forming.

Answer: a

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 5.5 Explain how epidermal wounds and deep wounds heal.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.5 Maintaining Homeostasis: Skin Wound Healing

Question type: Essay

45) Describe the structural characteristics of the epidermis that contribute to its ability to protect the surface of an animal. 

Answer: 

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the composition of the epidermis and dermis.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

Solution: Multiple layers of cells in stratified squamous epithelium help resist friction. Keratin of intermediate filaments provides strength to tissue by binding cells tightly together and to underlying tissue, thus creating a barrier to microbes. Lamellar granules of keratinocytes produce a lipidrich, waterrepellent (sealant) to protect from dehydration and entry of foreign materials. Melanin, produced by melanocytes, protects underlying tissue from UV light. Sebum secreted onto the surface helps protect from dehydration and microbial invasion. Intraepidermal macrophages (Langerhans cells) participate in immune response to microbial invasion. 

46) Describe the major differences between thin skin and thick skin. 

Answer: 

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.3 Compare structural and functional differences in thin and thick skin.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.3 Types of Skin

Solution: Thick skin is found on palms, palmar surfaces of digits, and soles, while thin skin is found in all other areas. Thick skin is 4-5× thicker than thin skin. The stratum lucidum is present exclusively in thick skin. Also, the stratum spinosum and stratum corneum are thicker in thick skin. Thick skin exhibits epidermal ridges, more sweat glands and a higher density of sensory receptors. Thin skin has hair follicles and sebaceous glands, while thick skin does not. 

47) John has just been brought into the emergency room following a fiery explosion at a chemical plant. He is diagnosed with third degree burns over the anterior surfaces of his arms and trunk. What specific structural damage has occurred to his skin? What risks to John’s life have resulted from this damage? 

Answer: 

Difficulty: Hard

Study Objective 1: SO 5.5 Explain how epidermal wounds and deep wounds heal.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.5 Maintaining Homeostasis: Skin Wound Healing

Solution: John has lost approximately 27% of his skin’s surface area (according to the Rule of Nines), which leads to severe systemic effects. The epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous layer and associated structures have been destroyed. Sensory function is lost. Loss of epidermis (and so, lost keratin and Langerhans cells) makes John susceptible to microbial invasion. Loss of keratinized structures and lamellar granules allows for extreme loss of water, plasma, and plasma proteins, which causes shock; leading to dehydration, reduced blood volume and circulation, decreased urine output and diminished immune responses.

Question type: Multiple Choice

48) Which structure is an eccrine sweat gland?

a) A

b) F

c) G

d) H

e) I

Answer: c

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory structures of the Skin

49) Which structures are dermal papillae?

a) A

b) F

c) G

d) H

e) I

Answer: e

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory structures of the Skin

50) The corpuscle of touch (Meissner corpuscle) would be found in which region of the skin shown in the figure?

a) B

b) D

c) E

d) J

e) None of these answer choices are correct.

Answer: b

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory structures of the Skin

51) Which letter is pointing to the subcutaneous layer of the skin in the figure?

a) C

b) E

c) B

d) J

e) I

Answer: b

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the composition of the epidermis and dermis.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.2 Compare the composition of the papillary and reticular regions of the dermis.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

52) Which structure in the figure is a receptor sensitive to pressure?

a) A

b) G

c) F

d) H

e) I

Answer: c

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory structures of the Skin

53) Which structures in the figure are sensitive to warmth, coolness and itching?

a) A

b) G

c) F

d) H

e) J

Answer: a

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Study Objective 1: SO 5.4 Describe how skin contributes to the regulation of body temperature, storage of blood, protection, sensation, excretion and absorption, and synthesis of vitamin D.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.4 Functions of Skin

54) Which structure in the figure detects touch sensations?

a) A

b) B

c) C

d) D

e) G

Answer: c

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.4 Describe how skin contributes to the regulation of body temperature, storage of blood, protection, sensation, excretion and absorption, and synthesis of vitamin D.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.4 Functions of Skin

55) Which structure in the figure produces a protein that helps protect the skin and underlying tissues from heat, microbes and chemicals?

a) A

b) B

c) C

d) D

e) E

Answer: a

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the composition of the epidermis and dermis.

Study Objective 1: SO 5.4 Describe how the skin contributes to the regulation o body temperature, storage of blood, protection, sensation, excretion and absorption, and synthesis of vitamin D.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

Section Reference 2: Sec 5.4 Functions of Skin

56) Which structure in the figure produces a pigment that contributes to skin color and absorbs UV radiation?

a) A

b) B

c) C

d) D

e) G

Answer: d

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the composition of the epidermis and dermis.

Study Objective 1: SO 5.4 Describe how the skin contributes to the regulation o body temperature, storage of blood, protection, sensation, excretion and absorption, and synthesis of vitamin D.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.4 Functions of Skin

57) In the diagram, which layer is the stratum granulosum?

a) E

b) F

c) G

d) H

e) I

Answer: c

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the composition of the epidermis and dermis.

Learning Objective 2: 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

58) In the diagram, which layer is the stratum corneum?

a) E

b) F

c) G

d) H

e) I

Answer: e

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the composition of the epidermis and dermis.

Learning Objective 2: 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

59) In the diagram, which is the hair matrix?

a) A

b) B

c) C

d) D

e) G

Answer: e

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

60) In the diagram, which is a melanocyte?

a) A

b) B

c) E

d) F

e) G

Answer: d

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

61) In the diagram, which is the papilla of the hair?

a) A

b) C

c) E

d) F

e) G

Answer: c

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

62) Which condition is due to a buildup of bilirubin pigment in the skin?

a) hirsutism

b) pallor

c) jaundice

d) androgenic alopecia

e) erythema

Answer: c

Difficulty: Hard

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the composition of the epidermis and dermis.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.3 Explain the basis for different skin colors.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

63) Which of the following terms refers to paleness of the skin such as seen in patients with shock or anemia?

a) hirsutism

b) pallor

c) jaundice

d) androgenic alopecia

e) erythema

Answer: b

Difficulty: Hard

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the composition of the epidermis and dermis.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.3 Explain the basis for different skin colors.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

64) Which condition results from androgens inhibiting hair growth in genetically predisposed adults?

a) hirsutism

b) pallor

c) jaundice

d) male-pattern baldness

e) erythema

Answer: d

Difficulty: Hard

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

65) Which of the following terms refers to an inflammation of the skin characterized by patches of redness, blistering, and extreme itching?

a) papule

b) laceration

c) keratosis

d) frostbite

e) eczema

Answer: e

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.8 Describe the homeostatic imbalances that affect the integumentary system.

Section Reference 1: Sec Disorders: Homeostatic Imbalances that Affect the Integumentary System

66) Which of the following terms refers to a hardened and thickened area of skin resulting from persistent pressure and friction?

a) callus

b) blister

c) wart

d) papule

e) fever blister

Answer: e

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.8 Describe the homeostatic imbalances that affect the integumentary Section Reference 1: Sec Disorders: Homeostatic Imbalances that Affect the Integumentary System

67) Which of the following terms refers to an irregular tear of the skin?

a) abrasion

b) papule

c) keloid

d) laceration

e) cyst

Answer: d

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.8 Describe the homeostatic imbalances that affect the integumentary Section Reference 1: Sec Disorders: Homeostatic Imbalances that Affect the Integumentary System

68) Which of the following terms refers to reddened, elevated, and itchy patches of skin commonly caused by emotional stress, physical trauma, or certain food allergies?

a) wart

b) hives

c) papule

d) cyst

e) eczema

Answer: b

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.8 Describe the homeostatic imbalances that affect the integumentary 

Section Reference 1: Sec Disorders: Homeostatic Imbalances that Affect the Integumentary System

70) You stepped on a nail. List the sequential layers (or strata) of the epidermis that the nail penetrated through to finally reach the dermis.

a) basale, spinosum, granulosom, corneum

b) granulosom, spinosum, lucidum, corneum, basale

c) corneum, lucidum, granulosom, spinosum, basale

d) corneum, granulosom, spinosum, basale

e) corneum, granulosom, lucidum, spinosum, basale

Answer: c

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the composition of the epidermis and dermis.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.1 Describe the layers of the epidermis and the cells that compose them.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

71) Which of the following is NOT a homeostatic contribution of skin?

a) Help provide calcium ions needed for muscle contraction

b) Provide sensory input to the brain

c) Help activate vitamin B

d) Help activate vitamins D 

e) Thermoregulation

Answer: c

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.8 Describe how the integumentary system contributes to homeostasis.

Section Reference 1: Sec Focus on Homeostasis: The Integumentary System.

72) “Goose bumps” are caused by

a) action of arrector pili muscles. 

b) secretions from the sudoriferous glands.

c) contraction of dermal papillae.

d) stimulation of hair root plexus.

e) secretions from the sebaceous gland. 

Answer: a

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

Question type: Essay

73) Describe the structure and function of the different types of exocrine glands found in the skin

Answer: 

Difficulty: Hard

Study Objective 1: SO 5.2 Contrast the structure, distribution, and functions of hair, skin glands, and nails.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin

Solution: Sebaceous glands are oil glands. They are connected to hair follicles (with few exceptions). The secreting portion lies in the dermis and opens into the neck of a hair follicle. They are absent in the palms and soles. The secretory product of sebaceous gland is known as sebum. Sebum prevents the hair from drying and becoming brittle. Sudoriferous glands are sweat glands. They release sweat into hair follicles or onto the skin surface through pores. There are two types of sweat glands: Eccrine and Apocrine. Eccrine sweat glands are distributed throughout the skin including the palm and the soles. The sweat produced by these glands contains water, ions, urea, uric acid, ammonia, amino acids, glucose and lactic acid. The main function of eccrine glands is to regulate body temperature. Apocrine sweat glands are predominantly found in the skin of the axilla, groin, areolae and the bearded region of the face. The sweat produced by apocrine glands is lightly viscous and appears milky or yellowish in color. They contain similar type of material found in eccrine glands with an addition of lipids and proteins. Upon interaction with bacteria on the surface of the skin, the components are metabolized causing the distinct body odor. Ceruminous glands are modified sweat glands found in the external ear. They produce the ear wax knows as cerumen which is a combined secretion of ceruminous and sebaceous glands. 

Question type: Multiple Choice

74) Which of the following chemicals does NOT contribute to the color of human skin? 

a) carotene 

b) hemoglobin

c) pheomelanin 

d) eumelanin 

e) melatonin 

Answer: e 

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.1 Describe the composition of the epidermis and dermis.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.1.3 Explain the basis for different skin colors.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.1 Structure of the Skin

75) From which of the primary germ layers of the embryo does the epidermis of the skin develop? 

a) Endoderm 

b) Ectoderm 

c) Mesoderm 

d) All of these choices are correct.

e) Both endoderm and ectoderm.

Answer: b

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 5.6 Describe the development of and the effects of aging on the integumentary system.

Study Objective 2: SO 5.6.1 Describe the development of the epidermis, its accessory structures, and the dermis.

Section Reference 1: Sec 5.6 Development of the Integumentary System