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Multiple Choice

1 .       The major functions of the skin are: [Hint]



2 .       The major component of the integumentary system is: [Hint]



3 .       Choose the following statement that is true. Thick skin: [Hint]



4 .       The innermost layer of the epidermis is the: [Hint]



5 .       The spiny layer, (containing Langerhans cells) is found in what layer of the epidermis? [Hint]



6 .       Swimming in freshwater: [Hint]



7 .       Choose the following statement that is true: [Hint]



8 .       Cyanosis may be observed in patients with: [Hint]



9 .       Vitamin D3 is converted from a steroid by the following process: [Hint]



10 .       The dermis: [Hint]



11 .       The subcutaneous layer is an ideal layer for administration of drugs because: [Hint]



12 .       Choose the following statement that is true: [Hint]



13 .       The skin contains which two types of glands? [Hint]



14 .       The function of merocrine sweat glands is: [Hint]



15 .       A keloid is: [Hint]



16 .       When the body temperature becomes abnormally high, thermoregulatory homeostasis is maintained by: [Hint]



17 .       Skin exposure to small amounts of ultraviolet radiation serves to: [Hint]



18 .       The two major components of the dermis are: [Hint]



19 .       From the following selections, choose the one that identifies what the dermis contains to communicate with other organ systems. [Hint]



20 .       Special smooth muscles in the dermis that, when contracted, produce "goose bumps" are called: [Hint]



21 .       Reduced rates of healing would most likely lead to: [Hint]



22 .       Accessory structures in the dermis include: [Hint]



23 .       To prevent cancer, melanin must block UV rays before they reach: [Hint]



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