Dermatology Flashcard

Front

What is the primary role of a dermatologist?

Back

To diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the skin, hair, and nails

Front

Which of the following is a characteristic of healthy skin? Dry and cracked, Contains 50–70% water and is smooth, Prone to infections, Excessively oily

Back

Contains 50–70% water and is smooth

Front

Which layer of the skin is the thickest? Options: Epidermis, Dermis, Subcutaneous Tissue, Stratum Corneum

Back

Dermis

Front

The stratum corneum forms a protective barrier using which substances?

Back

Keratin and lipids

Front

Which layer of the epidermis is responsible for producing new skin cells and melanin?

Back

Stratum Germinativum

Front

The reticular layer of the dermis contains all of the following EXCEPT: Blood vessels, Hair follicles, Sweat glands, Sensory nerve endings

Back

Sensory nerve endings

Front

The subcutaneous tissue is primarily composed of: Collagen fibers, Melanin, Adipose tissue, Keratinocytes

Back

Adipose tissue

Front

Which type of nerve fibers control the arrector pili muscles causing goosebumps?

Back

Motor Nerves

Front

Which skin pigment is responsible for red to yellow coloring?

Back

Pheomelanin

Front

What factor increases melanin production in the skin?

Back

Sun exposure