Chapter 5: Integumentary System

Chapter Outline

Chapter 5: Integumentary System

  1. The Integument as an Organ p. 102

  2. Layers of the Integument p. 103
    1. Epidermis p. 103
    2. Dermis p. 107

  3. Functions of the Integument p. 109
    1. Physical Protection p. 109
    2. Hydroregulation p. 109
    3. Thermoregulation p. 109
    4. Cutaneous Absorption p. 110
    5. Synthesis p. 110
    6. Sensory Reception p. 110
    7. Communication p. 110

  4. Epidermal Derivatives p. 111
    1. Hair p. 111
    2. Nails p. 113
    3. Glands p. 114
    4. Inflammatory Conditions (Dermatitis ) p. 118
    5. Neoplasms p. 118
    6. Burns p. 119
    7. Frostbite p. 121
    8. Skin Grafts p. 121
    9. Wound Healing P. 123
    10. Aging of the Skin p. 124

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