Ch. 2.1 Skin, Hairs, Nails

Skin is the largest organ of the body

• true

• false

Outermost layer of the skin is the

• epidermis

• dermis

• hypodermis

The middle layer of the skin is the

• epidermis

• dermis

• hypodermis

The lowest layer of the skin is the

• epidermis

• dermis

• hypodermis

_______________________commonly develops during puberty. Oil glands clog pores and cause infection and inflammation

• acne

• eczema

• sunburn

• dandruff

________________ is flakes of dead

skin on the scalp

• acne

• eczema

• sunburn

• dandruff

Which of following are ways to keep your nails health.

CHECK ALL THAT APPLY.

• Keep nails dry and clean to prevent growth of bacteria

• Trim nails regularly with clippers or a nail file

• Wear gloves if soaking hands (for example, when washing dishes)

• Bite fingernails, and pick at cuticles, and pull off hangnails

Answer explanation

You should AVOID biting your fingernails and picking at your fingers. This spread germs right into your mouth and could potentially make you ill.

Which of the following are ways to keep your hair healthy. CHECK ALL THAT APPLY!

• Eat a healthful diet to get

  enough vitamins and fats

• Use a medicated shampoo

  to treat dandruff or lice

• Wash and condition your hair regularly

• Always share items like hairbrushes or combs with others.

Answer explanation

You should avoid sharing items like hairbrushes and combs with others to prevent the spreading of LICE.

Which of the following are ways to help treat or prevent acne. CHECK ALL THAT APPLY!

• Make sure anything that touches your face is clean

• Protect your skin from sunburn and suntan

• Wash off any makeup before going to sleep

• Use over-the-counter acne medication

• Squeeze and pop pimples

Answer explanation

You should AVOID squeezing and popping your pimples because this will cause them to become inflamed, infected, and bleed.

Name three ways you can help protect your skin in the sun so you don't get a sunburn.

Answer explanation

-Wear a hat

-Use sunscreen

-stay hydrated

-stay in the shade

-cover up

-wear sun glasses