Skin Functions

Functions of the Integumentary System

Absorption
Excretion
Production of Vit. D
Protection
Regulation of body temperature
Sensory Perception
Storage

HU40 Health Science I

2.03 Understand the structures, functions, and disorders of the integumentary system

Function of the Structures of the
Integumentary System

Epidermis-provides an barrier
from infection. Regulates the
amount of water released from
the body
Dermis-support the epidermis
and enable the skin to thrive.

•Subcutaneous or hypodermic-
help with temperature control.
Passageway for nerves and
blood vessels.

HU40 Health Science I

2.03 Understand the structures, functions, and disorders of the integumentary system

Function of the Appendages

•Hair- protection, regulation of
body temperature and helps
facilitates perspiration.
•Nails- protects the finger tips
and help make precise
movements.
•Sudoriferous glands-discharge
sweat

•Sudoriferous glands-discharge
sweat

•Sebaceous glands-secrete sebum
to help protect and lubricate skin

HU40 Health Science I

Multiple Choice

Using a nicotine patch to treat nicotine addiction is an example of which function of the integumentary system?

• absorption

• excretion

• protection

• storage

Multiple Choice

The evaporation of perspiration enables which function of the integumentary system?

• production of Vitamin D

• Protection from the sun

• Sensory Perception

• Regulation of body temperature

Multiple Choice

Receptors for touch, cold, and pain present in the skin are responsible for which function of the integumentary system?

• Regulation of Body temperature

• protection from the sun

• production of Vitamin D

• Sensory Perception

Multiple Choice

The integumentary system is the body’s first line of defense against harmful substances. This is an example of which function of the integumentary system?

• Absorption

• Excretion

• Protection

• Storage