The skin consists of _____ layers and is part of the ____ system. - 3, integumentary
___ is essential for healthy skin - proper nutrition
Name 7 functions of the skin - Protection, temperature regulation,
storage, immunoregulation, secretion,
vitamin D production, and sensory
perception
Shampoos are more effective if left on the skin about ____ to ____ minutes before rinsing. - 5-10
Keratolytics and keratoplastics are known as ______ agents. - antiseborrheic
Name the four stages of wound healing. - inflammatory, debridement, repair, maturation
What does an astringent do to the skin? - Has drying and cleansing properties
Tissue irritation may be caused by counterirritants. - true
Patients are commonly presented for skin problems when in reality they may have a ______ illness. -
systemic
Why are behavioral-type drugs used in treating skin illness? - to keep animal from licking/self mutilation
The ___ is the largest organ in the body - skin
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