Merkel Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

1. layers of skin: 1. Epidermis 2. Dermis 3. Hypodermis (subcutaneous layer) 2. function of skin: 1. absorb UV light for vitamin D production 2. sensory receptors and glands 3. protection from temp. changes 4. protect from miroorganisms 3. sensory organs: 1. merkel cells 2. missener's corpuscles 3. nociceptors 4. thermoreceptors 5. pacinian corpuscles 4. merkel cells: mechanoreceptors detect mechanical sensory information of light touch superficial - epidermis 5. meissener's c...

Anatomy and Physiology Chapter 5: The Integumentary System Questions and Answers Rated A+ Functions of skin Protection, Thermoregulation, Cutaneous Sensation, Vitamin D synthesis, Blood Reservoir, Excretion and Absorption. Protective elements of skin Keratin, Lipids, Glandular Secretions, Melanin Thermoregulation Controls internal temp Vitamin D synthesis You need Vitamin D to absorb calcium Epidermis Superficial layer of skin. Avascular. 4 different cell types (Keratinocytes, Melanocytes, L...

The midface and all structures of the oral cavity except the posterior part of the tongue develop from the: - ANSWERFrontal Process and first branchial arch. The formation of an ameloblast from cells of inner enamel epithelium is an example of: A. histodifferentiation B. morphodifferentiation C. odontogenesis D. dental Lamina E. dentinogenesis - ANSWERA. histodifferentiation Which structure becomes the dentinoenamel junction of the fully formed tooth? A. Outer enamel epithelium B. S...

Name the five types of Cell Adhesion Molecules? Which type enables cells to detect and interact with components of the extracellular matrix? - Answer- 1. 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? - Answer- Stratum corneum Stratum lucidum Stratum granulosum Stratum spinosum Strat...

CSFA Certification Exam Questions and Answers Graded A+ A complication of steep reverse Trendelenburg position is A. deep vein thrombosis. B. arterial compression. C. cardiac overload. D. respiratory alkalosis. A. deep vein thrombosis. Which of the following positions should be utilized for posterior colpotomy? A. prone B. supine C. lithotomy D. Fowler's C. lithotomy Which of the following BEST prevents hypothermia in the OR? A. forced air warming blanket B. warmed IV ...

1.A complication of steep reverse Trendelenburg position is A. deep vein thrombosis. B. arterial compression. C. cardiac overload. D. respiratory alkalosis. A. deep vein thrombosis. Which of the following positions should be utilized for posterior colpotomy? A. prone B. supine C. lithotomy D. Fowler's C. lithotomy Which of the following BEST prevents hypothermia in the OR? A. forced air warming blanket B. ...

How often does epidermal turnover occur? -Answer Every 26-42 days Epidermal Cells: Keratinocytes -Answer Produce keratin, make of 80% of the epidermis Epidermal Cells: Melanocytes -Answer Determine the color of the skin Epidermal Cells: Langerhans Cells -Answer Assist with skin immune system Epidermal Cells: Merkel Cells -Answer Provide tactile reception, produce nerve growth factor Rete Ridges/Pegs -Answer Fingerlike extensions that anchor the epidermis to the dermis Ski...

Skin renews itself every ___ days. 28 What is integument? A cutaneous membrane that covers the body and is a barrier to the outside world. What is another name for the subcutaneous layer? Hypodermis The epidermis is composed of ___ ___ ___ and the dermis is composed of ___ ___ ___ ___. stratified squamous epithelium; dense irregular connective tissue What layer, deep to dermis, adheres to underlying tissue? Hypodermis What layer is composed of areolar and connective tissue? Hypodermis...

CSFA practice Exam Questions And Answers A complication of steep reverse Trendelenburg position is A. Deep vein thrombosis. B. arterial compression. C. cardiac overload. D. respiratory alkalosis. - ANS A. Steep reverse Trendelenburg position decreases venous return. Sequential compression stockings are applied to prevent deep venous thrombosis. Which of the following positions should be utilized for posterior colpotomy? A.prone B.supine C.lithotomy D. Fowler's - ANS C. ...

Fundamentals of Cost Accounting, 6e (Lanen) Chapter 1 Cost Accounting: Information for Decision Making 1) The value chain comprises activities from research and development through the production process but does not include activities related to the distribution of products or services. Answer: FALSE Explanation: The value chain comprises activities from research and development (R&D) through the production process and including distribution and customer service. Difficulty: 1 Easy Topic:...