Erikka Perkins ANT 801SS Kathy Clifton 2/16/2014 Skin Color The biggest physical difference in the human population is the color of skin‚ which vary a lot between individuals and in different places in the world. Appearance is dramatically different between individuals but skin color is an example of something exhibits continuous variation. Skin color cannot be defined by colors but by one extreme to another. Skin color is a known as a polygenic gene that is a consequence of the difference
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Anatomy & Physiology Assignment The skin structure and its functions: The skin has many different functions such as sensation‚ heat regulation‚ absorption‚ protection‚ excretion and secretion. Can be remembered by ‘shapes’. [pic] The sweat gland is a looped gland located in the dermis. The gland produces sweat to help regulate body temperature when the body temperature begins to rise. During this process it removes small amounts of waste products such as salt and urea (chemical compound
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For alternate meanings see skin (disambiguation) Diagram of the layers of human skinIn zootomy and dermatology‚ skin is an organ of the integumentary system composed of a layer of tissues that protect underlying muscles and organs. As the interface with the surroundings‚ it plays the most important role in protecting against pathogens. Its other main functions are insulation and temperature regulation‚ sensation and vitamin D and B synthesis. Skin has pigmentation‚ provided by melanocytes
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Clients at Risk of Skin Breakdown At the end of this module you will be able to: • Identify clients in the care environment/setting who may be at risk of impaired tissue viability and skin breakdown • Identify any pre-disposing disposing factors which might exacerbate risk • Identify any external factors which you should consider in your assessment • Identify the effects of a pressure sore on the client Structure of the skin In n order to help you to understand how skin breakdown can happen
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When it pertains to cancer‚ it is found that skin cancer is the most common. It is important to recognize that there are three different skin cancers which is basal cell carcinoma‚ squamous cell carcinoma‚ and melanoma. The first two skin cancers derive their name from where they occur in the basal cell and squamous cell. These two cancers mostly develop on areas of the body that are exposed to the sun. The melanoma cancer is the most serious type of cancer and it derives it’s name from the cells
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How to get smooth and clear skin? Valuable tips on how to get smooth and clear skin naturally by using natural Herbs easily available at your home!!!!! Do you want to get smooth and clear skin? Know the secrets about how to get fair quickly by using natural Herbs and medicines easily available at your home‚ without spending money on Cosmetic items!!!!! Sounds really good? Yes‚ it should be....... Coz‚ everyone must realise that the most costliest cosmetic items are made up of the most cheapest
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Skin is the largest organ in the human body. It is made up of three layers‚ the epidermis‚ dermis and the hypodermis. The epidermis is the outer layer of skin that keeps out harmful germs and bacteria but keeps in the vital fluids that humans need to survive. The dermis is the inner layer of skin that contains blood vessels‚ nerves‚ hair follicles‚ oil‚ and sweat glands Until the late twentieth century‚ skin grafts were constructed from the patient’s own skin. Traditional ways of dealing with large
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my brother injuries. Marilyn: What do you have in mind to ask me. Eva: What is the structure of skin cells Marilyn: Your skin is the largest known organ in your body. This substance is waterproof and flexible it has three layers to it. They all work together to keep all your organs and tissues inside your body it also keeps infection‚ viruses and bacteria out of your inside of your body. In your skin cells there are little thing to tell the cell what to do. There is a nucleus is the control center
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factors for skin tears and details prevention strategies. Adults aged 65 years and older experience skin tears‚ the most common wound type for this age group. The article identified risk factors that cause skin trauma. The purpose of the article is to discuss the relevance‚ diagnosis‚ and treatment methods of skin tears. Many factors contribute to the healing rates of skins tears. The article focuses on different treatment methods. These methods include saline washes‚ use of strips to hold skin flaps
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multitude of skin lesions of the course of a lifetime. Some of the lesions are benign‚ easily visible‚ or just new benign growth. Therefore‚ most benign skin lesions are diagnosed on the appearance and history. However‚ if a lesion has exhibited unexpected changes in appearance‚ a biopsy or excision is indicated to confirm the diagnosis. Usually‚ benign lesions are symptomatic and can be managed with simple procedures‚ such as cryotherapy‚ electro-surgery‚ or excision. Some example of benign skin lesions
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