A&P Do Now 9/6

If the skin receives a superficial burn, what are the steps to restoring homeostasis?

• Fluids and heat are lost

• Intact dermis regenerates

• Fluid and temperature stabilize

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3

If a patient receives a severe burn, what steps will the patient go through to achieve homeostasis?

• Temperature and fluid levels stabilized through medical intervention

• Fluids and heat are lost

• Damaged dermis is unable to regenerate

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3

What does the dermis contain?

• blood vessels,nerves, sweat glands and oil glands
• dead skin cells
• water
• sweat

What is the upper layer of skin composed mostly of dead, flat cells?

• dermis

• hypodermis

• subcutaneous fat

• epidermis

What happens if burns are not deep or extensive?

• Skin can regenerate (mitosis)

• Homeostasis restored

• Shock will set in

• Hypothermia will set in

Which are functions of skin?

• Retain fluids

• Protect from pathogens

• Thermoregulate

• Filter