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Which of the following cell types provides a waterproofing function for the outer layers of skin? A. Melanocytes B. Keratinocytes C. Merkel cells D. Langerhans cells - ANSWERSB. Keratinocytes Keratinocytes contain the protein keratin. They are produced in the epidermis and migrate upwards. The tight junctions between cells prevent water entry. They eventually form a layer of dead cells on the skin surface, which produces a waterproofing effect. A person is suddenly frightened. Which ...

Wound Care 2 Questions and Answers Graded A+ Which of the following cells would you find in the dermis? Keratinocytes Macrophages Melanocytes Merkel cells Macrophages The collagen produced by fibroblasts in the dermis is responsible for giving the skin: Elastic recoil Insulation Sensation Tensile strength Tensile strength What cell recognizes and produces antibodies? Lymphocyte Neutrophil Platelet Red blood cell Lymphocyte What is the normal value for white blood...

A&P 1 101 Module 7 Exam (GRADED A+) Integumentary System Question 1 0 / 5 pts Identify the region and the layer of skin that is highlighted in blue. (Also indicated by the arrow, below) *NOTE: To receive full credit you must label two regions. Your Answer: papilary region of the dermis Stratum spinosum; Epidermis (Must have both for full credit) Question 2 5 / 5 pts A- Identify the sensory cell receptor highlighted in blue, below, also indicated by the arrow. B- What sensory information is detec...

BIOD 151 Module 7 - Integumentary System Questions & Answers 2024 A+ layers of skin - ANS-1. Epidermis 2. Dermis 3. Hypodermis (subcutaneous layer) function of skin - ANS-1. absorb UV light for vitamin D production 2. sensory receptors and glands 3. protection from temp. changes 4. protect from miroorganisms sensory organs - ANS-1. merkel cells 2. missener's corpuscles 3. nociceptors 4. thermoreceptors 5. pacinian corpuscles merkel cells - ANS-mechanoreceptors detect mechanical ...

Integ. NSC exam 1 (long) Name the 5 qualities of information to encode - correct answer Modality Intensity Duration Location Salience What are the 5 factors that influence success or failure? - correct answer Fatigue (sensory overload --> neuron stops firing) Adaptation (expression can change) Sensitization Overlap/redundancy T/F: A beta (β) are myelinated - correct answer True In the somatosensory system, what are the first order neurons? - correct answer The first ne...

Name the five types of Cell Adhesion Molecules? Which type enables cells to detect and interact with components of the extracellular matrix? - correct answer1. Cadherins 2. Immunoglobulin Superfamily (IGSF) 3. Selectins 4. Integrins 5. Mucins Integrins allow cells to interact with the surrounding environment or components of the ECM. What are the layers of the epidermis from most superficial to most deep? - correct answerStratum corneum Stratum lucidum Stratum granulosum Stratum spi...

Merkel Cell Sensory information detected – they are sensory receptors that are found on the skin outermost layer in areas like lips, fingertips and touch-sensitive regions like (mechanoreceptors) Meissner’s Corpuscles Sensory information detected – Detects light touch and low- frequency vibration (Mechanoreceptor) Pacinian Corpuscles Sensory information detected – Detects deep pressure and high frequency vibrations Layers of epidermis from deep to superficial- Stratum Basale, S...

WA State Boards Written Exam Questions and Answers 100% Pass Melanocytes, Merkel cells, and Langerhans cells are found in epithelial tissue A gland associated with a hair follicle is sebaceous gland During the anagen phase of hair growth, the hair is Actively growing Prior to receiving a chemical peel, a client predisposed to herpes simplex should begin a prescribed treatment of Antiviral A product used to dilute an essential oil is known as A carrier Systemic hyaluronic acid...

NBSTSA CSFA Exam Prep 1 Questions with Correct Answers 2024 Verified 1.A complication of steep reverse Trendelenburg position is A. deep vein thrombosis. B. arterial compression. C. cardiac overload. D. respiratory alkalosis. - CORRECT ANSWER-A. deep vein thrombosis. Which of the following positions should be utilized for posterior colpotomy? A. prone B. supine C. lithotomy D. Fowler's - CORRECT ANSWER-C. lithotomy Which of the following BEST prevents hypothermia in the O...

Hondros Bio 253 Latest Version with Complete Solutions Layers of the skin epidermis, dermis, hypodermis Stratum Corneum Protective durable overcoat, waterproof, tough, relatively insensitive to biological, chemical and physical assault. Stratum Lucidum visible only in thick skin, few layers thick, dead clear cells Stratum Granulosum 3-5 layers of thick keratinocytes flastten out Stratum Spinosum overlies the stratum basale, cells come from the basale, filaments u the cells th...