Biology 2404 A&P Basics     Integumentary Review Sheet              Dr.Weis

1. Define integument by giving the components & function of the Integumentary system.

2. Define Cutaneous membrane and give it’s components.

3. Regarding the epidermis : name the layers (English and Latin) , the cells involved, and the function. Describe it’s role in the somatic sensory division of the nervous system.

4. Regarding the dermis : name the two layers (zones), the cells involved, and the function.

Describe it’s role in the somatic sensory division of the nervous system.

5. Regarding the subcutaneous (hypodermis) layer : name the cells involved and two functions.

6. Name two factors involved with skin color and how alterations signal disease states.

7. Regarding appendages (accessory structures) of the skin :

            Know the 4 types of exocrine glands (name and function)

            Give the structure and function of hair follicles and hair

            Give the general structure and function of nails

8. Name two aging changes seen with the Integumentary system.

9. Name two disease conditions seen with the Integumentary system.

10. Give the classification of burns and what the rule of 9 means.

11. Explain the relationship if the Integumentary system with other body systems.