NR-283 Week 6 Pathophysiological Processes (RUA): Melanoma | GRADED

Melanoma Chamberlain College of Nursing NR283: Pathophysiology Melanoma Introduction of Disease Melanoma is a malignant form of skin cancer. While it is not the most common form of skin c ancer, it is the deadliest. Melanocytes are cells found on the border of the epidermis and dermis. When they are exposed to UV rays they produce more melanin which gives the skin a darker pigmentation. “The incidence of malignant melanoma has been rising steadily for at least the past 30 years, and it has now become the fifth most common tumor…” (Harting, 2014, p.53) While there are more cases being diagnosed, there are also many ways to prevent skin cancer. Etiology The biggest cause of skin cancer is the amount of UV radiation Show Less