Q: A patient suffers burns covering 36% of their body. Using the Rule of Nines, which equation would you use to estimate fluid loss?

$$Fluid\ Loss = Total\ Body\ Surface\ Area\ Burned\ (\%) \times 1000\ mL$$

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the difference between cutaneous, mucous, serous, and synovial membranes?

Accepted Answer

Cutaneous membranes are dry, mucous membranes line internal cavities, serous membranes cover organs, and synovial membranes line joint cavities.

Question 2

Which membrane type is considered 'dry' and forms the outer covering of the body?

Accepted Answer

Cutaneous membrane

Question 3

The serous membrane consists of two layers. What are their names?

Accepted Answer

Parietal layer and visceral layer

Question 4

Which of the following is a vital function of the skin?

Accepted Answer

Protection against mechanical injury and pathogens

Question 5

Which cell in the epidermis is primarily responsible for producing the pigment that protects against UV radiation?

Accepted Answer

Melanocyte

Question 6

The epidermis is composed of which type of tissue?

Accepted Answer

Stratified squamous epithelium

Question 7

Which layer of the dermis is responsible for fingerprints and contains capillaries and sensory receptors?

Accepted Answer

Papillary layer

Question 8

Arrange the following layers of the epidermis in order from deepest to most superficial: stratum basale, stratum spinosum, stratum granulosum, stratum lucidum, stratum corneum.

Accepted Answer

Stratum basale → stratum spinosum → stratum granulosum → stratum lucidum → stratum corneum

Question 9

In which layer of the epidermis does mitosis primarily occur?

Accepted Answer

Stratum basale

Question 10

Which structure is responsible for causing goosebumps by contracting and pulling the hair upright?

Accepted Answer

Arrector pili muscle

Question 11

The nail matrix is essential for nail growth. What is the nail primarily composed of?

Accepted Answer

Keratin

Question 12

Which sweat gland is most active in thermoregulation and produces a watery secretion?

Accepted Answer

Eccrine gland

Question 13

Sebaceous glands secrete which substance, and what is its primary function?

Accepted Answer

Sebum; lubricates and waterproofs the skin and hair

Question 14

A patient presents with a red, itchy rash after exposure to poison ivy. This is an example of which type of skin homeostatic imbalance?

Accepted Answer

Allergy

Question 15

What is the primary cause of skin cancer?

Accepted Answer

Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation

Question 16

Which type of skin cancer is most likely to metastasize and is considered the most dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Malignant melanoma

Question 17

According to the ABCDE rule for skin cancer, which characteristic is NOT included?

Accepted Answer

Depth

Question 18

What does the term 'metastasized' mean in the context of skin cancer?

Accepted Answer

Cancer cells have spread to other parts of the body

Question 19

A patient suffers burns covering 36% of their body. Using the Rule of Nines, which equation would you use to estimate fluid loss?

Accepted Answer

$$Fluid\ Loss = Total\ Body\ Surface\ Area\ Burned\ (\%) 	imes 1000\ mL$$

Question 20

Which immediate threat is most critical for a patient with severe burns?

Accepted Answer

Loss of body fluids leading to shock

Chapter 4: Skin and Body Membranes – Study Guide Notes

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