Description : Which of the following makes the skin layer impervious to water? (1) Collagen (2) Melanin (3) Keratin (4) Chitin
Last Answer : (3) Keratin Explanation: Keratin is a family of fibrous structural proteins. Keratin is the key structural material making up the outer layer of human skin. It is also the key structural component ... layer of the skin almost waterproof, and along with collagen and elastin, gives skin its strength.
Description : Which of the following makes the skin layer impervious to water ? (1) Collagen (2) Melanin (3) Keratin (4) Chitin
Last Answer : Keratin
Description : Which skin neoplasm is associated with an increase in the growth of cells in the keratin layer of the epidermis caused by pressure or friction? A. callus B. keloid C. keratosis D. leukoplakia
Last Answer : Ans: A
Description : Where are scabies mites found? A. Hair Follicles B. Stratum Corneum C. Sub-epidermal D. Throughout the skin layers Ans: B 66 Surface irritation and inflammation ... A. Skin Fold Dermatitis B. Furunculosis C. Alopecia D. Vesicle
Description : Which of the following would be prescribed for acne? A. Actiq B. Actonel C. Accu-Check D. Accutane Ans: D 2. An absence of pigment in the skin is called A. acanthosis nigricans B. albinism C. melanism D. xanthoderma
Last Answer : Ans: B
Description : The pigment which gives colour to the human skin is – (1) Melanin (2) Rhodopsin (3) Iodopsin (4) Anthocyanin
Last Answer : (1) Melanin Explanation: Human skin color is primarily due to the presence of melanin in the skin. Skin color ranges from almost black to white with a pinkish tinge due to blood vessels underneath. In animals melanin pigments are derivatives of the amino acid tyrosine.
Description : The pigment which gives colour to the human skin is (1) Melanin (2) Rhodopsin (3) Iodopsin (4) Anthocyanin
Last Answer : Melanin
Description : Human nails are made up of - (1) Pigment (2) Elastin (3) Albumin (4) Keratin
Last Answer : (4) Keratin Explanation: Keratin, a family of fibrous structural proteins, is the key structural component of hair and nails.
Description : An epidermal growth caused by a virus (wart.) is called a A. impetigo B. melanoma C. nevus D. verruca
Last Answer : Ans: D
Description : Remnants of a pustule, vesicle, or bulla can be A. Epidermal Collarette B. Scale C. Plaque D. Cyst
Description : Excessive scaling is: A. Gross B. Seborrhea C. Dandruff D. Epidermal Collarette
Description : An ulcer is: A. Shallow Epidermal defect B. Break in epidermis with exposure of dermis C. Not good for coffee drinkers D. A primary problem
Description : Accumulation of keratin and follicular material that adheres to hair shaft A. Impetigo B. Scales C. Follicular Cast
Last Answer : Ans: C
Description : Apocrine glands produce A. mucus B. sebum C. sweat D. keratin
Description : Grey hair is caused due to – (1) aging of epidermal cells (2) death of dermal cells (3) loss of sebum in epidermal cells (4) loss of melanin in epidermal cells
Last Answer : (4) loss of melanin in epidermal cells Explanation: loss of melanin in epidermal cells.
Description : Grey hair is caused due to (1) aging of epidermal cells (2) death of dermal cells (3) loss of sebum in epidermal cells (4) loss of melanin in epidermal cells
Last Answer : loss of melanin in epidermal cells
Description : This major protein component of connective tissue in mammals comprises most of the organic matter of skin, tendons, bones, and teeth, and occurs as fibrous inclusions in most other body structures. Is this material: a) elastin b) collagen c) fatty acids d) keratin
Last Answer : ANSWER: B -- collagen
Description : The highest concentration of cystine can be found in (A) Melanin (B) Chondroitin sulphate (C) Myosin (D) Keratin
Last Answer : Answer : D
Description : Skin irritation back and shoulders 11 yr old girl home treatments?
Last Answer : Are you sure they are bites?? When my daughter gets dry skin it looks like little red dots here and there. I put tons of cocoa cocoa butter cream on her and they magically go away. But the first time it ... . I thought it might be a reaction to the antibotics she was on at that time but it wasn't.
Description : Pimples, oily, slightly dehydrated skin what can we do?
Last Answer : answer:Well, I'll pass on some great advice I got from @asmonet about my skin issues. Have your daughter try this homemade facial scrub: 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsp honey ½ cup extra fine granulated ... you do, don't use anything too harsh or drying on her skin. Keep it mild. Good luck!
Description : A small solid elevation of the skin, generally defined as less than 5mm, maybe flat or domeshaped. A. Nodule B. Papule C. Macule
Description : A purulent inflammation of the skin and subcutaneous tissue A. Erythema B. Ecchymosis C. Cellulitis
Description : Atrophic skin is thin, translucent and wrinkled with easily visable blood vessels A. True B. False
Description : A localised area of colour or textural change in the skin A. Macule B. Ecchymosis C. Freckle Ans: A 114. Alopecia is the absence of hair? A. True B. False
Description : Dried exudate on the surface of the skin. A. Plaque B. Crust C. Scale
Description : Urticaria means: A. allergic reaction of the skin B. thickened skin C. dead tissue
Description : Petechiae is a small _____________ spot on the skin. A. hemorragic B. raised C. discolored
Description : Pediculosis means: A. Inflammatory condition of the skin. B. Infestation with lice C. Irritated and peeling feet.
Description : Scabies is a contagious skin condition caused by parasitic mites. A. True B. False
Description : ___________ means itching caused by dry skin, parasitic infection or disease. A. Scabies B. Herpes Zoster C. Pruritis
Description : A 1st degree burn is: A. the most severe type of burn B. superficial burn injuring the top layer of skin C. the first time the patient has been burned.
Description : A Laceration is: A. a pathological change in tissue B. torn skin C. laser treatment for skin disease.
Description : Impetigo is a contagious bacterial skin infection with pustules that rupture. A. True B. False
Description : Cyanoderma means: A. red skin B. blue skin C. yellow skin
Description : Herpes Zoster is most commonly known as: A. shingles B. an enlarged fever blister C. blue colored skin
Description : Eczema is an inflammatory condition of the skin. A. True B. False
Description : Ecchymosis means: A. A condition of the ear B. Skin discoloration C. Excessive sweating
Description : A cyst is a closed sack of pouch under the skin. A. true B. false
Description : Circumscribed, developmental skin defect A. Nevus B. Macule C. Papule D. Pustule
Description : What is another term for intertrigo? A. Furunculosis B. Pyotraumatic Dermatitis C. Skin Fold Dermatitis
Description : Small elevation of skin containing purulent material A. Papule B. Pustule C. Vesicle D. Cyst
Description : Demodex mites live where? A. Stratum Corneum B. All skin layers C. In the follicle D. On the hair shaft
Description : In atopy, the allergens are absorbed via the skin A. True B. False
Description : When scraping for demodex, it may be helpful to pinch the skin while you scrape. A. True B. False
Description : The vascular layer of skin is the A. dermis B. epidermis C. stratum corneum unguis D. hypodermis
Description : A skin disorder most often caused by the herpes virus and consisting of red lesions that look like targets is A. candidiasis B. erythema multiforme C. hirsutism D. keratosis pilaris
Description : In this condition, there is a scaly dermatitis affecting parts of the skin that are supplied by oil glands. A. chronic dermatitis B. contact dermatitis C. eczema D. seborrheic dermatitis
Description : The skin, hair, nails, and glands all make up this system of the body. A. integumentary system B. lymphatic system C. musculoskeletal system D. nervous system
Description : Of the three layers of the skin, which is the thick, fat-containing layer? A. dermis B. epidermis C. epithelium D. subcutaneous tissue
Description : The outermost layer of skin is the A. dermis B. endodermis C. epidermis D. hypodermis