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Questions
1. Describe the main structural features of the epidermis and explain the functional significance of each.
2. Explain what accounts for individual differences in skin color.
3. List and describe the three basic types of skin cancer.
4. Describe the structure and functions of the dermis and hypodermis.
5. Summarize the effects of aging on the skin.
6. Why is the interaction of UV light important to the synthesis of Vitamin D?
7. List the steps of Vitamin D synthesis and describe the functions of Vitamin D.
8. Explain how the skin responds to injury and is able to repair itself. Provide the steps in skin repair.
9. List three types of sensory receptors found in the skin.
10. Explain and list the ABCDE rule of malignant melanoma skin cancer.
11. With respect to burns of the skin, explain the Rule of Nines.
12. Contrast characteristics of first degree, second degree and third degree burns.
13. Compare and contrast Basale Cell Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Malignant Melanoma.
14. List three types of glands found in the skin, and explain functions of each.
15. What is the significance of dermal papillae?