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WorksheetsIntegumentary & Sensory Review
Total questions: 48
Worksheet time: 24mins
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
Sebaceous glands produce an increased amount of sebum during adolescence leading to which integumentary system disorder?
acne
alopecia
eczema
herpes
Which glands are found in large numbers under the arms and on the palms, soles of the feet, and forehead?
papilla
sebaceous
subcutaneous
sudoriferous
Courtney works in the kitchen at her dad’s restaurant. She is preparing fries and drops the hot oil on her arm. Immediately a blister forms. She has a:
decubitus ulcer.
first degree burn.
second degree burn.
third degree burn.
Melvin spent many years on the golf course. He has fair skin and a history of frequent sunburns on his ears, nose, and hands. He presents to the doctor with a lesion that fails to heal. Melvin may have which condition?
dermatitis
melanoma
psoriasis
scabies
The evaporation of perspiration enables which function of the integumentary system?
regulation of body temperature
production of vitamin D
protection from the sun
sensory perception
Which skin condition is caused by a type of staphylococcus bacteria and has become resistant to many of the antibiotics used to treat ordinary staphylococcus infections?
herpes simplex
ringworm
scabies
MRSA
Athlete’s foot, herpes simplex, and impetigo are similar because they are all:
treated with antibiotics.
caused by bacteria.
caused by viruses.
contagious.
Which structure is an appendage of the skin?
adipose fat
epidermis
dermis
hair
On a sunny day, Jessica went to the lake and forgot to apply sunscreen. She returned home with redness to her skin, but no blisters. She has a:
minor burn.
first degree burn.
second degree burn.
third degree burn.
The innermost layer of the skin is the:
stratum corneum.
subcutaneous.
epidermis.
dermis.
What is the relationship of skin to muscle?
distal
lateral
proximal
superficial
The nerves, blood vessels, and glands are located in which layer of the skin?
subcutaneous tissue
adipose tissue
epidermis
dermis
A viral skin lesion that can reoccur after removal is a:
macule.
pustule.
wart.
wheal.
The matrix is the nail:
bed.
body.
keratin.
root.
Skin conditions caused by contact with allergens, frequent handwashing, or exposure to chemicals are classified as:
herpes simplex.
athlete’s foot.
dermatitis.
acne.
Using a nitroglycerine patch to treat heart disease is an example of which function of the integumentary system?
absorption
excretion
protection
storage
Children often practice poor handwashing and touch open skin wounds around the nose and mouth. These behaviors increase a child’s risk for developing which skin condition?
albinism
eczema
impetigo
psoriasis
Amanda is a teenage girl and shows signs of acne on her forehead and chin. It seems to be worse the day after playing sports. Which glands are working more at this time and most likely causing Amanda’s acne?
sudoriferous glands
sebaceous glands
endocrine glands
exocrine glands
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
Which skin condition is commonly transmitted through sexual contact?
herpes simplex type 2
acne vulgaris
plantar warts
eczema
Melissa’s skin lesion has irregular borders, multiple colors, and is increasing in size. She visits a tanning bed frequently. She should be evaluated for:
dermatitis
melanoma
psoriasis
scabies
Sally enjoys sunbathing and rarely uses sunscreen. The dermatologist removes a small raised area from her nose, that was later determined to be a slow-growing form of skin cancer which rarely spreads to other areas of the body. What skin disorder was Sally diagnosed with?
basal cell carcinoma
melanoma
papilloma
lipoma
Which disorder can be prevented by refraining from sharing towels and wearing shoes in the locker room?
herpes simplex
athlete’s foot
alopecia
acne
Sally walks outside on a cold day and feels goose bumps form on her arms and legs. Which structure is attached to the hair follicle and causes the skin to pucker around the hair?
arrector pili muscle
medulla
cortex
root
The structure made of bone and cartilage in the nose that separates the nasal cavity into two nostrils is the:
olfactory bulb
nasal septum
frontal bone
nasal polyp
George went for his yearly eye exam and was told that the lens of his eye had become cloudy. His optometrist informed him that this is a progressive disorder that will cause loss of vision. His treatment option is to have surgery to replace the lens. What disorder has George been diagnosed with?
diabetic retinopathy
presbyopia
glaucoma
cataracts
Joe has impacted ear wax in his right ear. What sensory disorder does he have?
sensorineural hearing loss
conductive hearing loss
tinnitus
vertigo
Judy presented to Dr. Jones with complaints of vertigo, nausea, vomiting, and tinnitus. After careful examination, he told Judy to get plenty of rest and drink plenty of fluids. He also prescribed a medication to help with vertigo. Judy was diagnosed with:
Ménière’s disease
otitis media
otosclerosis
presbycusis
Which parts of the ear does the tympanic membrane separate?
pinna and ear canal
outer and inner ear
middle and inner ear
outer and middle ear
A toddler has repeated episodes of otitis media. Which option would most likely be used to treat the toddler’s disorder?
appendectomy
myringotomy
rhinoplasty
stapedectomy
What is the window of the eye?
cornea
iris
retina
sclera
The optic disc is located on the:
cornea
lens
retina
sclera
Marshall went to the doctor due to a reddened, swollen, painful area on his eyelid. The doctor explained that he had developed an abscess at the base of an eyelash and recommended placing a warm, wet compress over the eye to promote drainage. What disorder has Marshall been diagnosed with?
detached retina
conjunctivitis
hordeolum
glaucoma
Hyperopia is to myopia as:
farsightedness is to nearsightedness.
nearsightedness is to farsightedness.
glaucoma is to conjunctivitis.
presbyopia is to astigmatism.
What is the medical term for taste buds?
alveoli
cilia
papillae
pinnae
Anna has difficulty driving at night. What structure is impaired?
optic nerve
optic disk
cones
rods
Which structure is part of the middle ear?
tympanic membrane
semicircular canals
auditory canal
incus
Tim is an 80-year-old male who is having trouble hearing. The doctor is concerned about deafness due to aging. What is his diagnosis?
Ménière’s disease
otitis media
otitis externa
presbycusis
Taylor’s grandfather is unable to pick out clothes that match. What structure is most likely impaired?
optic nerve
optic disk
cones
rods
Matt has a tumor that is causing difficulty with the transmission of visual messages to the brain. What structure is impaired?
optic nerve
optic disk
cones
rods
Abby recently noticed she is having difficulty focusing on small objects when held up close. The structure of the eye responsible for this function is the:
cornea
iris
lens
retina
Keshia developed white patches on her tongue after taking a long course of antibiotics. Which condition is Keshia most likely experiencing?
strawberry tongue
strep throat
glossitis
thrush
Margo works in a textile factory. She fails to wear appropriate hearing protection at work and complains of a ringing sound in her ears. Which condition is Margo most likely experiencing?
Ménière’s disease
otitis media
tinnitus
vertigo
Cataracts form on which portion of the eye?
iris
lens
pupil
retina
Which describes the correct pathway for hearing sound waves?
pinna → auditory canal → tympanic membrane → ossicles → cochlea → temporal nerve
pinna → auditory canal → tympanic membrane → ossicles → temporal nerve → cochlea
temporal nerve → pinna → auditory canal → tympanic membrane → ossicles → cochlea
tympanic membrane → auditory canal → pinna → ossicles → cochlea → temporal nerve
Jacob is a 2-year-old toddler with an upper respiratory infection. He is pulling at his ears. His symptoms include pain, fever, and fluid draining from his right ear. Which disorder is Jacob most likely experiencing?
Ménière’s disease
otitis media
tinnitus
vertigo
What is the colored portion of the eye?
iris
lens
retina
sclera
