NR 283: Pathophysiology Exam 2 (Chapters 8, 10, 12, 13, 17, 18) with Complete Questions and Answers

NR 283: Pathophysiology Exam 2 (Chapters 8, 10, 12, 13, 17, 18) with Complete Questions and AnswersNR 283: Pathophysiology Exam 2 (Chapters 8, 10, 12, 13, 17, 18) with Complete Questions and AnswersNR 283: Pathophysiology Exam 2 (Chapters 8, 10, 12, 13, 17, 18) with Complete Questions and AnswersNR 283: Pathophysiology Exam 2 (Chapters 8, 10, 12, 13, 17, 18) with Complete Questions and AnswersNR 283: Pathophysiology Exam 2 (Chapters 8, 10, 12, 13, 17, 18) with Complete Questions and AnswersNR 283: Pathophysiology Exam 2 (Chapters 8, 10, 12, 13, 17, 18) with Complete Questions and Answers Functions of the skin - ANSWER--First line of defense -Prevents excessive fluid loss -Controls body temperature -Active in sensory perception -Synthesizes vitamin D Mixed flora - ANSWER-Components differ in various areas of the body Microbes - ANSWER-Reside under fingernails, in hair follicles and in glands Opportunistic infections - ANSWER-May occur because of injury or other inflammatory lesion Pruritus - ANSWER-Itching of the skin Pruritus is associated with: - ANSWER--Allergic responses, type I sensitivity -Chemical irritation caused by insect bites -Infestations by parasites (scabies)