Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the integumentary system?

Accepted Answer

Producing hormones for metabolism

Question 2

A patient presents with a burn that affects the epidermis and part of the dermis, resulting in blisters. According to the classification of burns, what degree is this burn?

Accepted Answer

Second-degree burn

Question 3

Which layer of the skin contains melanocytes, and what is their primary function?

Accepted Answer

Epidermis; producing melanin

Question 4

A patient is diagnosed with a malignant melanoma. Which cell type is primarily involved in this pathology?

Accepted Answer

Melanocytes

Question 5

Which accessory organ of the skin is responsible for producing sebum, and what is the main function of sebum?

Accepted Answer

Sebaceous gland; lubricating skin and hair

Question 6

Which combining form means 'skin'?

Accepted Answer

dermat/o

Question 7

A patient with a genetic condition has patches of skin with no melanin. What is the medical term for this condition?

Accepted Answer

Vitiligo

Question 8

Which of the following best describes the subcutaneous layer?

Accepted Answer

It is composed of fat cells and provides insulation and protection.

Question 9

Which suffix means 'inflammation'?

Accepted Answer

-itis

Question 10

A patient presents with a solid, raised lesion less than 1 cm in diameter. What is the correct medical term for this lesion?

Accepted Answer

Papule

Question 11

Which of the following best describes the process of keratinization in the epidermis?

Accepted Answer

Cells in the basal layer fill with keratin as they move upward, die, and form a waterproof barrier.

Question 12

Which prefix means 'under' or 'below'?

Accepted Answer

sub-

Question 13

A patient has a bacterial infection characterized by honey-colored crusts, commonly seen in children. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Impetigo

Question 14

Which of the following is a function of the arrector pili muscle?

Accepted Answer

Making the hair shaft stand up

Question 15

A patient presents with a circular, scaly, red rash on the leg. Which term best describes this condition?

Accepted Answer

Tinea

Question 16

Which of the following best describes the function of sweat glands?

Accepted Answer

They produce sweat that cools the body as it evaporates.

Question 17

Which anatomical structure is responsible for the unique pattern of fingerprints?

Accepted Answer

Ridges in the dermis

Question 18

A patient is diagnosed with paronychia. Which structure is affected?

Accepted Answer

The skin around the nail

Question 19

Which combining form refers to 'nail'?

Accepted Answer

onych/o

Question 20

A patient with a severe burn is being evaluated using the Rule of Nines. What is the purpose of this rule?

Accepted Answer

To determine the percentage of body surface area burned

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