Melanin - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

TEST BANK Ebersole and Hess’ Gerontological Nursing & Healthy Aging 5th Edition TouhyChapter 01: Introduction to Healthy Aging MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A man is terminally ill with end-stage prostate cancer. Which is the best statement about this man’s wellness? a. Wellness can only be achieved with aggressive medical interventions. b. Wellness is not a real option for this client because he is terminally ill. c. Wellness is defined as the absence of disease. d. Nursing interventions can help emp...

CIDESCO Facial Treatments Final Exam (Latest 2023/ 2024 Update) Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct |Grade A Q: What is healthiest habit for the skin in relationship to sun exposure? Avoid sun exposure. Seek 15 minutes of direct sunlight daily. Use tanning beds to increase melanin production before going out into the sun. Use sunscreen only in the summer months. Answer: Avoid sun exposure Q: The most difficult type of skin to treat well is _________. Fitzpatrick sk...

EMORY WOUND EXAM #1 2024/2025 WITH 100% ACCURATE SOLUTIONS Which structure of the skin provides the body with photoprotective properties by absorbing harmful UV light? (2) A. Melanin B. Langerhans cells C. Odland bodies D. Stratum lucidum - Precise Answer A What is a unique function of the layer of the epidermis known as the stratum basale? (2) A. Providing immunity via Langerhans Cells B. Producing new epithelial cells C. Releasing lipids to hep maintain normal brick and mort...

OREGON BARBER LICENSE (PRACTICE TEST FOR BOARD EXAM) REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS, RATED A+ Outer most layer of the hair. It consists of a single, overlapping layer of transparent, scale-like cells that resemble shingles on a roof. It protects the inner cortex layer and contributes to 20% of overall strength of hair. The Cortex - -The middle layer of the hair. A fibrous protein core formed by elongated cells containing melanin to pigment. Gives hair majority of its strength and elastic...

The Cortex The middle layer of the hair. A fibrous protein core formed by elongated cells containing melanin to pigment. Gives hair majority of its strength and elasticity. A healthy Cortex contributes to %80 to the overall strength of the hair. Contains melanin that determines hair color. The Medulla The innermost layer of hair. Sometimes absent from hair and doesn't play a role in hair coloring. composed of round cells. Texture The diameter of an individual hair. Densi...

Sodium hydroxide - correct answer Produced by the negative pole and is the chemical agent that destroyes hair in galvanic Latric hirsutism - correct answer Resulting from taking certain medications Minimize the effect of chemical compound deposited - correct answer Reason for the indifferent electrode to be bigger than the needle in the use galvanic electrolysis Current density/ concentration of current - correct answer Determined by the surface area of each electrode PCOS Stein Leve...

Waxing practice written for state Board test 2024 with complete solution Bacteria - One-celled microorganism with both plant and animal characteristics Bacteria are so small you have to use what to see them? - Microscope Pathogenic - Small minority of harmful bacteria that invades plant or animal tissue Communicable - Infection transmitted from one person to another Pus forming bacteria in the shape of a string of beads - Streptococci Round shaped pathogenic bact...

When taking implements out of a disinfectant what should you do before using it on a client? Rinse under water When using a comedone extractor the loop should be around the Comedones Brainpower Read More Previous Play Next Rewind 10 seconds Move forward 10 seconds Unmute 0:00 / 0:00 Full screen Where should you place lipliner on a thin upper lip Slightly outside the lip line Two complimentary colors next to each other will appear... Brighter Green fo...

Alkalis have a pH of; - Answer-8-14 What is the term used to describe a cluster of pigmented cells on the skin that can either be raised or flat? - Answer-Lentigines What are the characteristics of tinea pedis? - Answer-Re, scaly, itchy skin This is not a function of kaolin - Answer-astringent and toning effect on the skin A natural astringent - Answer-Lemon juice What is the function of egg white in a mask? - Answer-To create a tightening effect on the skin What type of nerves do herpes ...

What determines the hair's ability to absorb hair-color products? - ANSWER_Porosity What color hair is the result of a reduction in the production of melanin pigments? - ANSWER_Gray Which of the following provides natural black and brown pigment (color) to hair ? - ANSWER_Eumelanin _____________ is an indication of the strength of the hair's cortex? - ANSWER_Elasticity If the cuticle is tight, making the hair more resistant to chemical penetration, this indicates what type of poros...

organ - two or more kinds of tissues grouped together and performing specialized functions Integumentary system function - - composed of several tissue types - maintains homeostasis - protective covering - retards water loss - regulates body temperature - houses sensory receptors - contains immune system cells - synthesizes chemicals - excretes small amounts of wastes Epidermis - - outer layer - stratified squamous epithelium dermis - - inner layer - contains collagenous and elastic...