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WorksheetsIntegumentary System
Total questions: 53
Worksheet time: 27mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Production of melanocytes happens in the:
a)
Stratum Corneum
b)
Stratum Basale
2.
The Innermost layer of the epidermis is the ______________.
a)
Stratum Corneum
b)
Stratum Basale
3.
Mitosis occurs in this layer
a)
Stratum Corneum
b)
Stratum Basale
4.
Tough outermost layer of the epidermis
a)
Stratum Corneum
b)
Stratum Basale
5.
The medical condition characterized by an inflammation of serous membrane in the thoracic cavity (lungs) is known as:
a)
Peritonitis
b)
Ruptured Appendix
c)
Pleurisy
d)
Collapsed Lung
6.
Mucous membranes are found lining the:
a)
Body cavities that open to the outside world.
b)
Body cavities that are closed to the outside world.
7.
The skin is considered to be an enormous sense organ.
a)
True
b)
False
8.
It secretes toxins and damages tissues. Is often treated with antibiotics:
a)
Bacteria
b)
Virus
9.
Invades cells and changes the DNA:
a)
Bacteria
b)
Virus
10.
This structure of the skin is capable of detecting pressure, and is found deeper in the skin:
a)
Pacinian Corpuscle
b)
Nail Bed Corpuscle
c)
Meisner’s Corpuscle
d)
Hair Root Corpuscle
11.
Activated at Puberty, found mostly in the axilla and genital areas:
a)
Apocrine Glands
b)
Sebacous Glands
c)
Sebum Glands
d)
Eccrine Glands
12.
Sebaceous glands secrete sebum/oil.
a)
True
b)
False
13.
Jaundice is the:
a)
Yellowing of the skin due to liver disorder
b)
Yellowing of the skin due to kidney disorder
c)
None of these are correct
14.
Erythema is the:
a)
Redness of skin due to emotions, HTN or inflammation
b)
Redness of the eyes due to emotions, HTN or inflammation
15.
The bluish discoloration of the skin which can be noticed in nails from poor oxygen/circulation is called:
a)
Cyanosis
b)
Hematuria
c)
Hirsutism
d)
Smurf’s Syndrome
16.
Outermost layer of the skin
a)
Epidermis
b)
Dermis
c)
Subcutaneous (hypodermis)
17.
Stratum Basale in located in the:
a)
Epidermis
b)
Dermis
c)
Subcutaneous (hypodermis)
18.
"True Skin" is known as the:
a)
Epidermis
b)
Dermis
c)
Subcutaneous (hypodermis)
19.
Known as fat storage or a shock absorber for underlying tissue:
a)
Epidermis
b)
Dermis
c)
Subcutaneous (hypodermis)
20.
Elasticity decreases in this layer as you age and can lead to wrinkles due to lack of collagen:
a)
Epidermis
b)
Dermis
c)
Subcutaneous
21.
Fingerprint patterns are formed here:
a)
Epidermis-Stratum Lucidum
b)
Dermis-Papillary Layer
c)
Subcutaneous ( hypodermis)
22.
Keratin is found in:
a)
Skin, hair, and nails
b)
Skin, hair, and teeth
c)
Skin, hair, and tongue
23.
Has many blood vessels, sweat and oil glands
a)
Epidermis
b)
Dermis
c)
Subcutaneous (hypodermis)
24.
Has multiple layers and its innermost layer of cells constantly reproduce and move towards the top of its surface:
a)
Epidermis
b)
Dermis
c)
Subcutaneous (hypodermis)
25.
____________________ serous membranes covers the outer lining of a body cavity.
a)
Cutaneous
b)
Parietal
c)
Visceral
d)
Epithelial
26.
___________________ serous membranes is the inner lining that covers the organ within the body cavity
a)
Visceral
b)
Parietal
c)
Epithelial
d)
Cutaneous
27.
The word Integument means:
a)
Skin
b)
Covering
c)
Layers
d)
All the answers listed are correct
28.
The skin has receptors for pain and pressure
a)
True
b)
False
29.
The medical condition characterized by an inflammation of serous membrane in the abdominal cavity is known as:
a)
Carde Blanche
b)
Pleurisy
c)
Collapsed Lung
d)
Peritonitis
30.
The medical condition characterized by an inflammation of serous membrane that surrounds the heart is known as:
a)
Peritonitis
b)
Pleurisy
c)
Pericarditis
31.
This structure of the skin is capable of detecting light touch usually close to the skin surface.
a)
Pacinian Corpuscle
b)
Meissner’s Corpuscle
c)
Hair Corpuscle
d)
Nail Corpuscle
32.
Most important and widespread sweat gland, produces perspiration (mostly made of water) which flows out through the pores of the skin:
a)
Sebum
b)
Eccrine
c)
Sebaceous
33.
Cutaneous membranes secrete thin watery fluid which helps reduce friction.
a)
True
b)
False
34.
The primary organ of the Integumentary system is the __________________
a)
Sebum
b)
Hormone
c)
Skin
d)
Mesiner’s Corpuscle
35.
The Skin contains:
a)
Glands, Hormones, Lymph
b)
Glands, Nerves, Blood
c)
Fat, Bile, Nerves
d)
None of the answers listed are correct.
36.
Skin makes up ___% of body weight.
a)
26%
b)
8%
c)
16%
37.
Sebaceous glands secrete:
a)
Sebum (oil)
b)
Salt and Water
c)
Sweat (water)
d)
None of the answers listed are correct.
38.
Idiopathic means:
a)
The cause is unknown
b)
The cause is known
39.
Autoimmune Disease is when the body's immune system attacks its own:
a)
Healthy cells
b)
Unhealthy cells
40.
Accessories of the Integumentary System (select the four that apply):
a)
Hair
b)
Receptors
c)
Nails
d)
Skin Glands
e)
Teeth
41.
Specialized smooth muscle that produces "goose bumps" and causes hair to stand on end:
a)
Hair Corpuscle
b)
Nail Corpuscle
c)
Arrector Pili
d)
None are correct
42.
When the body is overheated, the capillaries:
a)
Dilate/Expand
b)
Constrict/Tighten
43.
When the environment is cold, the capillaries:
a)
Dilate/Expand
b)
Constrict/TIghten
44.
Synovial Membranes line the spaces between:
a)
Bones and joints
b)
Joints and Muscles
45.
Communicable Diseases can be spread from direct and indirect contact:
a)
True
b)
False
46.
Likes moist warm areas to grow and spread in:
a)
Fungi
b)
Virus
47.
Caused by Restricted Blood Flow:
a)
Decubitus Ulcer
b)
Fungal Infections
c)
Bacteria
d)
Virus
48.
Which tumor means cancer?
a)
Benign
b)
Malignant
49.
Regarding the ABCD rule for changes in moles. The "A" stands for
a)
Amicable
b)
Arrangement
c)
Asymmetry
50.
Regarding the ABCD rule for changes in moles. The "C" stands for
a)
Color
b)
Caution
c)
Cancer
51.
Which layer of the skin contains blood vessels and nerve endings?
a)
Stratum Corneum
b)
Dermis
c)
Subcutaneous (hypodermis)
d)
Epidermis
52.
Sweat glands primarily help the body to:
a)
Detect pain
b)
Store fat
c)
Regulate temperature
d)
Produce melanin
53.
Which of the following is NOT a function of the skin?
a)
Blood cell production
b)
Protection
c)
Vitamin D synthesis
d)
Sensation
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