Merkel cells Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

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 that resist tension, keratinocytes have a spiny appearance, c...

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...

The muscles that respond automatically to control various body functions are: anterior striated voluntary non-striated - ANSWER-non-striated Bacteria are single cells that are circular, spiral or: rod- shaped square-shaped angular-shaped triangular- shaped - ANSWER-rod- shaped Disease-producing bacteria are called: virus microbes pathogenic bacteria nonpathogenic bacteria - ANSWER-pathogenic bacteria Which of the following is the toughest layer of the epidermis? str...

Oregon State Board Exam - Esthetics (2023)Solved And Already Graded A+ Oregon State Board Exam - Esthetics (2023)Solved And Already Graded A+ The muscles that respond automatically to control various body functions are: anterior striated voluntary non-striated - Answer non-striated Bacteria are single cells that are circular, spiral or: rod- shaped square-shaped angular-shaped triangular- shaped - Answer rod- shaped Disease-producing bacteria are called: virus microbes ...

List two organs contained in the abdominal cavity.- Intestines, Spleen, liver, stomach. List two organs contained in the Pelvic cavity.- Blader, rectum Air and food pass in which one of the following areas: Oropharynx From widest to narrowest, the branches of the bronchial tree are: Primary bronchi, secondary bronchi, tertiary bronchi, bronchioles. When extensor digitorum contracts, what action(s) occurs? Wrist extension & Extension of digit 2-5 When flexor digitorum profundus contracts, wh...

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 ...

Answer the following three questions: 1. A person touches a hot cup of coffee. What type of sensory organ detects this information? Thermoreceptor 2. Merkel cells are embedded in what layer of the skin? Epidermis 3. In your own words, how can the skin be used to determine if a person is dehydrated? A person who is dehydrated has decreased water content in the dermal layer of their skin. A person can be tested for dehydration by pinching the skin on the back of the hand. ...

Practice for Esthetics State Board Exam V.1 correctly answered 2023Dermatology The scientific study of the skin Sanitation A level of decontamination a product containing antiseptic reaches Stratum Germinativum Also refer to as the basal layer Anagen Phase The phase of hair growth, in which the hair is actively growing At each treatment A new client schedules for a series of chemical treatments, the consultation form is reviewed and signed when? Telangecta...

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

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...