Term
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Definition
| A graft using the pt's own skin |
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Term
| monitor serum electrolytes and gastric secretions to determine? |
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Definition
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Term
| 4 common nursing diagnoses involved in skin disorders |
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Definition
Anxiety-Disturbed body image
Pain-loss of superficial skin layers
Risk of infections
knowledge deficit |
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Term
| A burn destroys cells by increasing capillary permeability and? |
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Definition
| Damaging cellular proteins. |
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Term
| A combination of three pigments produces normal coloration of the skin |
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Definition
| melanin, carotene, and hemoglobin |
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Term
| A protein in the skin that flattens, hardens, and waterproofs the skin |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
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Definition
Nails
Hair-(estrogen/testosterone controls length and genetics control color)
Glands
Sebaceous
Sweat |
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Term
| Acyclovir/Zorivax (oral): side effects (4) |
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Definition
o Nausea/vomiting/diarrhea
o Skin rash
o Headache
o Dizziness |
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Term
| Acyclovir: classification |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| Anticancer drugs often cause hair loss, a condition called |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
| sudoferous glands Ceruminous glands Sebaceous glands Ceruminous glands Sudoferous Glands |
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Term
| As people age, they lose _____, and their hair appears gray |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
| Begin assessment with obtaining a health historyFAmily history of asthma,drug allergies.Any c/o pain,itching(pruritus).tingling,burning. |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| Benefit of therapeutic bath for skin treatment |
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Definition
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Term
Biobrane, a type of synthetic membrane
burn dressing protects the wound from? |
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Definition
| Fluid loss and bacterial invasion |
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Term
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Definition
- superficial
- Partial-thickness
- Full thickness |
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Term
| Burn pts require large amounts of this electrolyte to maintain fluid replacement |
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Definition
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Term
| Burns resulting from Radioactive sources |
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Definition
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Term
| COMPLICATIONS following burns (7) |
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Definition
- Infection
- gastrointestinal disturbances
- hypostatic pneumonia
- kidney failure
- anemia
- skin ulcers
- contractures |
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Term
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Definition
| multitude of boils (furuncles) |
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Term
| Carbuncles: risk factors (4) |
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Definition
- obesity
- decreased nutrition
- Diabetes mellitus
- Poor hygene |
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Term
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Definition
| gastric mucosa become ischemic, when there are excess hydrogen ions, or when there is inadequate mucosal cell proliferation |
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Term
| Caution Salves may introduce these in wounds |
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Definition
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Term
Ceruminous glands:
A) secrete vernix caseosa
B) are sebaceous glands
C) secrete wax in the outer ear
D) are responsible for the summer tan |
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Definition
| C) secrete wax in the outer ear |
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Term
| Class of meds that reduce or relieve pain and itching by decreasing inflammation |
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Definition
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Term
| Complication of severe burns: gastric mucosa become ischemic, when there are excess hydrogen ions, or when there is inadequate mucosal cell proliferation |
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Definition
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Term
| Decubitus ulcer: treating a draining ulcer (2) |
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Definition
- hydro-gel in wound
- cover with hydrocotloid dressing |
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Term
| Decubitus ulcers: diet considerations |
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Definition
| high in protein and calories |
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Term
|
Definition
-Skin biopsy
lidocaine burnes
Asceptic(sterile)technique |
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Term
| Dressing that seals Air tight |
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Definition
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Term
During the Resuscitative phase
unstable: the goal of this phase is? |
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Definition
| Is to achieve Physiologic stability |
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Term
|
Definition
| These glands and the apocrine are classified as sudoriferous glands. |
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Term
| Felons: assessment (objective) (4) |
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Definition
- redness
- swelling
- Hygene problems
- weight problems |
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Term
| Felons: assessment (subjective) (3) |
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Definition
- pain
- tenderness
- hx diabetes |
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Term
|
Definition
| Inflammations found in soft tissue areas |
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Term
| Felons: usual areas found |
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Definition
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Term
| Five signs that indicate a mole is malignant |
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Definition
-Mole is asymmetrical
-Borders irregular
-color uneven,irregular
-Diameter change recently
-Surface area elevated. |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
|
Definition
| infection of hair follicles |
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Term
| Freckles and moles are due to accumulations of |
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Definition
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Term
| From where does the body get vitamin D3? |
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Definition
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Term
|
Definition
| inflammation that begins deep in hair follicle |
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Term
| Furuncles: where usually found (4) |
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Definition
| - back of neck - forearms - buttocks - axial areas |
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Term
| Griseofulvin: Classification |
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Definition
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|
Term
| Herpes simplex: objective assessment (3) |
|
Definition
| - edema - erythematous vesicles - low-grade fever |
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|
Term
| Herpes simplex: Classic sign |
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Definition
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|
Term
| Herpes simplex: client teaching |
|
Definition
| infection possible even NOT during an outbreak |
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|
Term
| Herpes simplex: drug treatments (3) |
|
Definition
- acyclovir
- Valaclovir
- Famcyclovir |
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|
Term
| Herpes simplex: medication used |
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Definition
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|
Term
| Herpes simplex: method of transmission |
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Definition
| direct contact with open lesion |
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|
Term
| Herpes simplex: nursing (6) |
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Definition
• Prevent spread
• Avoid excessive heat/sunlight
• Avoid perfumed soaps, sprays, feminine deodorants, or douches
• Warm compresses
• Keep lesions dry
• Loose clothing |
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Term
|
Definition
| •subjective o fatigue o pruritis o burning o malaise •objective o edemic, erythmic vesicles o low-grade fever |
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|
Term
| Herpes simplex: subjective assessment (3) |
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Definition
- fatigue
- pruritis
- burning |
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|
Term
| Herpes simplex: when most painful |
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Definition
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|
Term
| Herpes zoster: Classic sign |
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Definition
| rash with blisters in a stripe |
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|
Term
| Herpes zoster: Key nursing goal |
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Definition
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|
Term
| Herpes zoster: Spreads within the body by what route? |
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Definition
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|
Term
| Herpes zoster: Type of infection risk? |
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Definition
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Term
| Herpes zoster: drug treatment (2) |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
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Term
|
Definition
increased melanocytes results in large amounts of melanin
assessment of color-lips,mucus membranes,palms of hands
palpate rashes |
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Term
| If the blood vessels of the skin dilate the person appears |
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Definition
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Term
|
Definition
| vesicles that open and become yellow, crusted pustules |
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Term
| Impetigo: contageous factor |
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Definition
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|
Term
| Impetigo: infection control (2) |
|
Definition
- handwashing
- separate linens |
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Term
| Impetigo: primary causes (2) |
|
Definition
- streptococcus
- staphylococcus |
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Term
|
Definition
- warm moist washcloths to remove crusts
- ointments
- leave open (no bandages) |
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Term
| It does not receive direct nourishment from the circulatory system |
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Definition
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Term
| It stores fats (lipids) as a food reserve and is found throughout the body |
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Definition
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Term
| Life-threatening burn caused by shock |
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Definition
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Term
| Located in a follicle deep in the dermis |
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Definition
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Term
|
Definition
| provides movement of the body |
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Term
| Never apply these on extensive burns |
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Definition
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Term
|
Definition
A pH of 4.2 to 5.6 halts the growth of bacteria
Gram positive and gram-negative staphylococcus.
Pseudomonas
Streptococcus |
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Term
| Nursing education regarding follicle infections |
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Definition
| Don't touch drainage area |
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Term
| O2 and nutrients for the epidermis are supplied from where? |
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Definition
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Term
| Occlusive Dressing: description (2 parts) |
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Definition
- airtight dressing
- seals wound |
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Term
| Occlusive dressing: precaution |
|
Definition
| 10-12 hrs/day max. Longer could macerate skin |
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Term
| Often used to detect fungal infections |
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Definition
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|
Term
| Other than fire, what kind of exposure may cause both burns and inhalation injuries? |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| Partial burns are further classified as |
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Definition
| Superficial and deep dermal burns |
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Term
| Planning of treatment for skin disorders |
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Definition
hydration-helps in itching
tepid baths
include patient in planning |
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Term
| Post care for skin biopsy |
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Definition
| look for bleeding and infection. |
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Term
| Primary functions of the integumentary system |
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Definition
| protection, thermoregulation (temperature regulation), metabolism, sensation, and communication |
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Term
| Production of purulent fluid |
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Definition
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Term
| Promotes sensation of touch |
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Definition
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|
Term
| Radiation, conduction, convection and evaporation are: |
|
Definition
| temperature-related terms |
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Term
| Severe burn injuries are obvious but be observant for? |
|
Definition
| Other concomitant injuries |
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Term
| Singed nasal hairs,facial burns, and soot-stained sputum are clear indications of |
|
Definition
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|
Term
| Stage 3 decubitus: description (3) |
|
Definition
- extends into dermis and subQ
- White, tray or yellow eschar usually at bottom
- ulcer may have lip or edge |
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|
Term
| Stage 4 decubitus: description (3) |
|
Definition
| - extends into muscle and bone - brown or black eschar - purulent drainage common |
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Term
|
Definition
| production of purulent fluid |
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Term
| THE BURN PT loses body fluids from? |
|
Definition
| Capillary leaks and open wounds |
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Term
| Tend to cool the skin through water evaporation (2) |
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Definition
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Term
| The ONE layer that has THREE names |
|
Definition
- Dermis
- Corium
- True skin |
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Term
| The epidermis sits on this layer |
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Definition
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|
Term
| The layer of skin that contains the blood vessels, nerves, and sensory receptors |
|
Definition
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|
Term
| The layer of the skin that contains the stratum germinativum and stratum corneum |
|
Definition
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|
Term
| The layer of the skin that is also called the corium, or the true skin |
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Definition
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Term
| The muscle that causes shivering and is involved in goosebump formation |
|
Definition
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|
Term
| The severity of burn injury depends on what factors? (6) |
|
Definition
- Depth,
- extent
- location
- length of exposure
- age
- health |
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Term
| The stratum germinativum and the stratum corneum are layers of this |
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Definition
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Term
|
Definition
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|
Term
| These sweat glands play an important role in temperature regulation. |
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Definition
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|
Term
| They produce the smell of sweat |
|
Definition
| bacterial growth on the body surface, feeding on the nutrients in the sweat. |
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Term
| This layer insulates the body from extreme temperature changes and anchors the skin to underlying structures. |
|
Definition
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|
Term
| Three phases of burn management (3) |
|
Definition
- Resuscitative
- Acute
- Rehabilitative |
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|
Term
Time it takes for complete regrowth of a lost
A) fingernail and
B) toenail |
|
Definition
| fingernail: 3-5 months toenail: 12-18 months |
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|
Term
| Tinea capitis: medication |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Topical Agents used on burns (5) |
|
Definition
- Mafenide acetate(Sulfamylon)
- Silver Sulfadiazine(Silvadene
- Thermazene
- Bacitracin ointment
- Silver Nitrate |
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|
Term
| Topical corticosteroids: precaution |
|
Definition
| Overuse can cause thinning of skin |
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|
Term
| Topical corticosteroids: purpose and method |
|
Definition
| helps with pain by decreasing inflamation |
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|
Term
| Type of dressing used when treating psoriasis |
|
Definition
| occlusive - keeps medication on "fast-flaking" skin |
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|
Term
| Used to help spread medication over large areas of the body |
|
Definition
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|
Term
| Used to protect burn wounds from fluid loss and bacterial invasion |
|
Definition
| Biobrane - a synthetic membrane burn dressing |
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|
Term
| Useful in applying medications to large areas of skin |
|
Definition
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Term
|
Definition
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|
Term
| Vitamin D3 is converted to ______, which is used for metabolism of _______. |
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Definition
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|
Term
| WHAT type of dressing used for ulcers,weeping ,crusted inflamed condition USE FOR NO MORE than 72 hrs |
|
Definition
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|
Term
| Wet dressings: precaution |
|
Definition
| - no longer than 72 hrs. Longer may cause maceration of skin |
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|
Term
Wet dressings: uses (3)
[hint: all 3 are closely related] |
|
Definition
- debridement
- ulcers
- cleansing |
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|
Term
| Wet dressings: wet agents usually used (3) |
|
Definition
- saline
- sterile water
- Burrough's solution |
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|
Term
| What affects (controls) hair growth? (2) |
|
Definition
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|
Term
| What causes nail body to appear pink? |
|
Definition
| blood vessels lying immediately beneath it |
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|
Term
| What childhood illness can often lead to shingles many years later? What is the virus involved? |
|
Definition
- Chicken pox.
- Varicella zoster (VZV) |
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|
Term
What do you call a mixture of an ointment and a semisolid?
A) messy
B) greasy
C) emulsion
D) paste |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| oatmeal, starch, gelatin or other bath; used to relieve skin irritation and pruritis |
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|
Term
| What is an effect of shivering? |
|
Definition
| increases heat production |
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|
Term
| What is in the subcutaneous layer that insulates the body from temperature changes? |
|
Definition
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|
Term
| What is the best condition under which to observe skin (for assessment)? |
|
Definition
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|
Term
What is the best dressing to use on a client with VERY fragile skin?
A) ranch
B) paper tape
C) occlusive
D) elastic stretch gauze
E) ACE bandage
F) Hydrocoloid dressing |
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Definition
|
|
Term
| What is the color of the skin that is supplied by oxygen-poor blood? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| What is the layer that insulates the body from extreme temperature changes in the external environment? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| What is the name of the sweat glands usually associated with hair follicles and found in the axillary and genital areas? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| What is the name of the thickening of the epidermis that develops in response to constant pressure or irritation? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| What is the name of the yellow pigment found in skin? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| What is the result of the contraction of the arrector pili muscles? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| What medication is normally used to treat psoriasis? Why? |
|
Definition
| Methotrexate. It works on rapid-growing cells (the disease process of psoriasis). |
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|
Term
| What substance is produced by the skin and is necessary for the absorption of calcium from the digestive tract? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| What the Muscle band around the folicle |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| What the modified dead epidermal tissue in the hair is called |
|
Definition
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|
Term
| What type of skin treatment should be avoided with respiratory patients? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
What type of topical treatment becomes liquid when heated?
A) gels and emulsions
B) ointments and pastes
C) emulsions and pastes
D) gels and ointments |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
What type of topical treatment is non-penetrating?
A) ointments
B) pastes
C) gels
D) greasy
E) emulsions
F) powders |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| When is the best time to do skin assessment? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Which gland is most apt to develop a blackhead or pimple? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Which glands are most responsible for body odor? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
Which is a penetrating topical skin treatment?
A) surgery
B) ointment
C) paste
D) emulsion |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Which of the following easily spreads to surrounding tissues? A) Folliculitis B) Furuncles C) Carbuncles D) Felons |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
Which of the following has the poorest prognosis?
A) freckles
B) vitiligo
C) melanoma
D) albinism |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
Which of the following is a consequence of a congenital absence of eccrine glands?
A) jaundice
B) vertigo
C) acne vulgaris
D) inability to regulate body temperature |
|
Definition
| D) inability to regulate body temperature |
|
|
Term
| Which of the following is associated with tanning? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
Which of the following is associated with the conservation of heat?
A) flushed appearance
B) sweat
C) secretion of melanin
D) constriction of blood vessels |
|
Definition
| D) constriction of blood vessels |
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|
Term
Which of the following is true of both the mammary glands and ceruminous glands?
A) both are sebaceous glands
B) both are modified sweat glands
C) both are concerned with temperature regulation
D) bote secrete earwax |
|
Definition
| both are modified sweat glands |
|
|
Term
Which of the following lies upon the subcutaneous layer?
A) stratum corneum
B) epidermis
C) dermis
D) stratum germinativum |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
Which of the following structures is avascular?
A) epidermis
B) subcutaneous layer
C) dermis
D) underlying muscle |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
Which of these is NOT considered part of the skin?
A) epidermis
B) dermis
C) hypodermis
D) stratum corneum |
|
Definition
| C) hyppodermis (AKA subcutaneous fat) |
|
|
Term
| Which substance waterproofs the skin? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Which sweat glands are found nearly everywhere: in particular, on the forehead, soles of feet, and where there is no hair? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Which sweat glands are normally found in hair follicles? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Which type of gland secretes vernix caseosa in the fetus? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Which word is most descriptive of sudoriferous? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Who or what is covered with vernix caseosa? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
Why are some people naturally darker-skinned than others?
A) they eat more chocolate
B) they have more melanocytes
C) their pituitary glands secrete more melanocyte stimulating hormone (MSH)
D) Their skin is more melanin-sensitive |
|
Definition
| C) their pituitary glands secrete more melanocyte stimulating hormone (MSH) |
|
|
Term
| Why does a person sweat and become flushed while exercising? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Woods lamp: nursing consideration |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| _____ are sensory and pain receptors |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| _______ secrete _________ that give the skin its color |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
a pimple is formed when the sebum of this blocked gland becomes infected
A) Mammary
B) eccrine
C) apocrine
D) sebaceous
E) ceruminous |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| a rise in body temperature in a burn victim may indicate? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| also known as the corium, is the “true skin.” |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| anchors and supports other body structures |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| another name for the skin |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| another name for the skin |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| these glands are concerned with body odor(BO). |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
babies are born with a "cream cheese-like" covering called vernix caseosa that is secreted by these glands
A) Mammary
B) eccrine
C) apocrine
D) sebaceous
E) ceruminous |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| band of epidermis covering the nail bed |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| burn caused by steam,hot water scalds,flames & direct contact |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| burns caused by exposure to acids,alkalis,detergents,solvents |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| can stretch to one and one-half times its original size |
|
Definition
| Elastic connective tissue |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| complication of nailbiting |
|
Definition
| can lead to skin infections |
|
|
Term
| conducts impulses to and from all parts of the body |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| consideration for adult skin |
|
Definition
less tissue fat
less secretions
increased pruiritus
decreased elasticity
decreased turgor
increased risk ulcers |
|
|
Term
| contagious infectious skin dosorder with oozing, crusty rash |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| decubitus ulcers: risk factors (5) |
|
Definition
- malnutrition
- incontinence
- immobility
- decreased sensory perception
- skin shearing |
|
|
Term
excess growth of scar tissue at the site of a healed
skin injury |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| extension of furuncle to subcutaneous tissue |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
- lubricate skin
- inhibit bacterial growth |
|
|
Term
| goosebumps are caused by contraction of this. |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| have varied bases; protect skin; provide lubrication |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| helps to waterproof the top layer of the epidermis |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| insulates the body from extreme temperature changes |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| layer that provides a barrier against light, heat, bacteria, and chemicals |
|
Definition
| stratum corneum or horny layer |
|
|
Term
| leading cause of death for people with burns? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| loose, connective tissue that anchors skin to underlying structures |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| These milk- secreting glands are classified as modified sweat glands |
|
|
Term
| most abundant connective tissue in the body |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| most important function of the integumentary system |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| muscle tissue bands around each follicle |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| name and describe the five primary lesions discussed in class |
|
Definition
- macule: small area of discoloration
- papule: raised bump
- vesicle: raised bump filled with fluid
- wheal: pale raised bump that disappears in a couple of days
- pustule: raised bump filled with cloudy fluid (pus)
|
|
|
Term
| normal bacterial flora (3) |
|
Definition
- staphylococcus
- pseudomonas
- streptococcus |
|
|
Term
oil glands are
A) Mammary
B) eccrine
C) apocrine
D) sebaceous
E) ceruminous |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| preventing decubitus ulcers: nursing (6) |
|
Definition
- monitor nutrition
- monitor for changes in skin integrity
- repositioning
- ambulation
- keep skin clean and dry
- moisture barriers |
|
|
Term
| protects body parts and produces secretions |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| protein that waterproofs the skin |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| psychological assessment concerning the skin:(8) |
|
Definition
Change in body image
Fear of rejection
Social isolation(from embarrassment about changes in skin appearance
Decreassed self-esteem
Restrictions in physical activity
Disruption or loss of employment
Cost of medications,if prescribed
cost of hospitalizations and follow-up care,including dressing supplies. |
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| refers to a loss of hair; baldness |
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| tinea unguium (AKA Onychomycosis) |
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| scratch test: nursing considerations (pre-procedure) (2) |
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- no antihistamines 48 hrs prior
- no heavy exercise prior |
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| semisolid emulsions; become liquid with topical application |
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| semisolid substances composed of ointments and powders |
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| side effect of chemotherapy involving the hair |
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| six changes in aging skin |
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- less tissue fat
- less secretions
- increased pruiritus
-decreased elasticity
-decreased turgor
-increased risk ulcers |
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| small, tender boil in one or more hair follicles |
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| specialized glands found only in the skin of the external auditory meatus |
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| stage 1 decubitus: description (3) |
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- reddened area
- does not blanch
- intact skin |
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| stage 2 decubitus: description (3) |
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- top layer of skin missing
- shallow ulcer with pink/red base
- white or yellow eschar may be present |
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| term to describe hair standing up |
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| term to describe shedding of upper layer of skin. Clears away organisms |
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| the burn victim is subject to shock monitor vs frequently tachycardia may indicate? |
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the epidermis contains
A) the stratum germinativum and adipose tissue
B) arrector pili and squamous cells
C) stratum germanitivum and stratum corneum
D) Blood vessels and nerve endings |
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| C) stratum germanitivum and stratum corneum |
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| the hardest connective tissue |
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| the lunula is part of this structure |
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| the lunula is part of this structure |
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| the whirlpool is most commonly used for? |
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these are classified as modified sweat glands
A) mammary
B) eccrine
C) apocrine
D) sebaceous
E) ceruminous |
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these glands and the apocrine glands are classified as sudoriferous glands
A) Mammary
B) eccrine
C) apocrine
D) sebaceous
E) ceruminous |
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these sodoriferous glands respond to emotional stress and also become activated in Ron a lot
A) Mammary
B) eccrine
C) apocrine
D) sebaceous
E) ceruminous |
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these sweat glands play an important role in temperature regulation
A) Mammary
B) eccrine
C) apocrine
D) sebaceous
E) ceruminous |
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they secrete earwax
A) Mammary
B) eccrine
C) apocrine
D) sebaceous
E) ceruminous |
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| type of fungal infection usually found near hair |
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| usually have a zinc oxide, talc, or cornstarch base |
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| wax-like substance located in external ear canal |
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| what nurses should observe for during skin assessment? |
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colour
rashes,scars,lesions,ecchymoses,distribution of hair.
temperature(extremeties)
sensations(extremeties)
fingertips(clubbing,ridges)
hair(dullness,dryness,thickness)
mucus membranes(color,moist)
sweating or impaired skin integrity |
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| when can skin assessments be accomplished? |
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Natural lightning
Wear gloves when palpating,touching skin
Bath time perfect time to observe. |
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which action is most apt to lower body temperature?
A) shivering
B) vasoconstriction
C) cyanosis
D) vasodilation |
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1. Nerve endings
2. sebaceous gland
3. papilla
4. stratum germinativum |
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1. sudoriferous gland
2. arrector pili muscle
3. stratum corneum
4. pore of sweat gland |
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1. epidermis
2. dermis
3. subcutaneous layer |
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1) artery
2) vein
3) adipose (fat) cells
4) fibrous connective tissue |
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1) Pressure receptor
2) hair follicle
3) Nerve |
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