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Which structure of the skin provides the body with A
photoprotective properties by absorbing harmful UV
light? (2)
A. Melanin
B. Langerhans cells
C. Odland bodies
D. Stratum lucidum
What is a unique function of the layer of the epidermis B - reproductive layer of the dermis characterized by proliferating
known as the stratum basale? (2) keratinocytes
A. Providing immunity via Langerhans Cells
B. Producing new epithelial cells
C. Releasing lipids to hep maintain normal brick and
mortar skin configuration
D. Protecting the palms of the hands and soles of the
feet
Which cells located in the dermis produce collagen D
and elastin critical to immune function and healing? (2)
A. Leukotrienes
B. Prostaglandins
C. Macrophages
D. Fibroblasts
, Which patient's wound would the WCN expect to heal A
by scar formation? (2)
A. A head wound extending beyond the hair follicles
B. A shallow wound on the hand
C. A stage 2 PI
D. A first-degree burn
Which of the following statements accurately describes C
how the skin functions as a barrier between the internal
and external environments? (2)
A. The skin lipids bind water, normally maintaining skin
water content at 20% or higher
B. When the barrier function of the skin is compromised,
transepidermal water loss (TEWL) decreases
C. Protection against pathogenic invasion is supported
by an acidic pH of the skin
D. Merkel receptors embedded in the eECM contribute
to the mechanical rigidity and frictional resistance
protection of the skin
The WCN assessing the skin of patients in a nursing D
home keeps in mind the structural changes that occur in
aging skin. What is one of these changes? (2)
A. Increase in melanocytes
B. Rounding of dermal-epidermal junction
C. Increase in Mast Cells
D. Decrease in collagen
On which body site would the transepidermal C
application of a medication obtain the greatest.
percutaneous absorption? (2)
A. Plantar surface of the foot
B. Forearm
C. Forehead
D. Hand
Which principle of skin care product use would the B
WCN include in a teaching plan for a patient with a leg
wound? (2)
A. Use alkaline soaps and cleaners to neutralize acidic
skin
B. Do not use products no the skin that have known
sensitizers
C. Bathe frequently using water that is as hot as
tolerated
D. Allow skin to dry completely before applying
moisturizers
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Terms in this set (76)
Which structure of the skin provides the body with A
photoprotective properties by absorbing harmful UV
light? (2)
A. Melanin
B. Langerhans cells
C. Odland bodies
D. Stratum lucidum
What is a unique function of the layer of the epidermis B - reproductive layer of the dermis characterized by proliferating
known as the stratum basale? (2) keratinocytes
A. Providing immunity via Langerhans Cells
B. Producing new epithelial cells
C. Releasing lipids to hep maintain normal brick and
mortar skin configuration
D. Protecting the palms of the hands and soles of the
feet
Which cells located in the dermis produce collagen D
and elastin critical to immune function and healing? (2)
A. Leukotrienes
B. Prostaglandins
C. Macrophages
D. Fibroblasts
, Which patient's wound would the WCN expect to heal A
by scar formation? (2)
A. A head wound extending beyond the hair follicles
B. A shallow wound on the hand
C. A stage 2 PI
D. A first-degree burn
Which of the following statements accurately describes C
how the skin functions as a barrier between the internal
and external environments? (2)
A. The skin lipids bind water, normally maintaining skin
water content at 20% or higher
B. When the barrier function of the skin is compromised,
transepidermal water loss (TEWL) decreases
C. Protection against pathogenic invasion is supported
by an acidic pH of the skin
D. Merkel receptors embedded in the eECM contribute
to the mechanical rigidity and frictional resistance
protection of the skin
The WCN assessing the skin of patients in a nursing D
home keeps in mind the structural changes that occur in
aging skin. What is one of these changes? (2)
A. Increase in melanocytes
B. Rounding of dermal-epidermal junction
C. Increase in Mast Cells
D. Decrease in collagen
On which body site would the transepidermal C
application of a medication obtain the greatest.
percutaneous absorption? (2)
A. Plantar surface of the foot
B. Forearm
C. Forehead
D. Hand
Which principle of skin care product use would the B
WCN include in a teaching plan for a patient with a leg
wound? (2)
A. Use alkaline soaps and cleaners to neutralize acidic
skin
B. Do not use products no the skin that have known
sensitizers
C. Bathe frequently using water that is as hot as
tolerated
D. Allow skin to dry completely before applying
moisturizers
