Medical Terminology Ch. 3
hyperpigmentation
abnormal amount of pigmentation in the skin
-iasis, -osis
abnormal condition
necrosis
abnormal condition of death
anhidrosis
abnormal condition of no sweat
xeroderma
abnormally dry skin
collection of pus in skin
abscess
chronic form of acne seen in adults involving redness, tiny pimples, and broken blood vessels, primarily on the nose and cheeks
acne rosacea
common form of acne in teenagers, characterized by comedos, papules, and pustules
acne vulgaris
Medication used to kill bacteria in skin cuts and wounds
antiseptic
para-
beside
basal cell carcinoma
cancerous tumor of the basal cell layer of the epidermis
erythroderma
condition of having reddened or flushed skin
suppurative
containing or producing pus
purulent
containing pus
Which of the following medicines is used to reduce inflammation? A. antibiotic B. corticosteroid C. All are accurate D. antipruritic
corticosteroid
fissure
crack-like lesion
gangrene
death of tissue associated with loss of blood supply
basal layer
deepest layer of epidermis
Procedure to remove acne scars and tattoos
dermabrasion
Means abnormal condition of the skin
dermatosis
Also called the corium
dermis
contains nerves
dermis
cellulitis
diffuse, acute infection of the skin marked by local heat, redness, pain, and swelling
Means a bruise caused by blunt trauma to the skin
ecchymosis
contains basal cell layer, does NOT contain blood vessels
epidermis
hirsutism
excessive hair growth over the body
lipoma
fatty mass
nodule
firm, solid mass of cells in the skin larger than 0.5 cm in diameter
cyst
fluid-filled sac under the skin
The ____ is the portion of the nail that is clipped when it grows too long
free edge
rubella
german measles
keratin
hard protein found in hair and nails
impetigo
highly infectious bacterial inflammatory skin disease characterized by vesicles, pustules, and crusted-over lesions
Urticaria
hives
Means abnormal condition of excessive sweat
hyperhidrosis
-itis
inflammation
dermatitis
inflammation of the skin
acne
inflammatory disease of the skin involving the sebaceous glands and hair follicles
Means pertaining to the within the skin
intradermal
hypertrophic scar
keloid
Means a torn or jagged surface lesion
laceration
bulla
large blister
dry gangrene
late stages of gangrene characterized by the affected area becoming dried, blackened, and shriveled; referred to as mummified
pediculosis
lice infestation
depigmentation
loss of normal skin color or pigment
scabies
mite infestation
ungu/o
nail
Which of the following neoplasms is benign? A. basal cell carcinoma B. nevus C. kaposi's sarcoma D. malignant melanoma
nevus
pigmented skin blemish
nevus
sebum
oil that lubricates the skin
seborrhea
oily discharge
nail biting
onychophagia
ulcer
open sore or lesion in the skin or mucous membrane
abnormal paleness of the skin
pallor
petechiae
pinpoint purple or red spots from minute hemorrhages under the skin
decubitus ulcer
pressure sore
subcutaneous layer
primarily composed of fat tissue
Severe itching
pruritus
Hemmorrhages into skin due to fragile blood vessels that appear dark brown/purplish, common in older adults
purpura
erythema
redness of the skin
Hyperemia
redness of the skin due to increased blood flow
hyperemia
redness of the skin due to increased blood flow
tinea capitis
ringworm
ichthyosis
scaly skin
cicatrix
scar
dermat/o
skin
Kaposi's sarcoma
skin cancer seen in AIDS patients; brownish-purple lesions, spread from skin and metastasize to internal organs
-derma
skin condition
onychomalacia
softening of the nails
eczema
superficial dermatitis of unknown cause accompanied by redness, vesicles, itching, and crusting
The skin contains sensory receptors for pain, temperature and touch.
true
The skin is also called the cutaneous membrane
true
The subcutaneous layer of the skin is fibrous, connective tissue
true
sub-
under
An ischemic condition that has developed a secondary pus-producing infection
wet gangrene
Means small surface lesion that is round, swollen area, typically an allergic reaction
wheal
leuk/o
white
-an
without
comedo
Collection of hardened sebum in hair follicle. Also called a blackhead.
photosensitivity
Condition in which the skin reacts abnormally when exposed to light, such as the ultraviolet (UV) rays of the sun.
Which of the following layers of the skin contains collagen fibers? A. Hypodermis B. Subcutaneous later C. Dermis D. Epidermis
Dermis
Means skin whitening
Diaphoresis
macule
Flat, discolored area
Which of the following diagnostic procedures gives a rapid examination of a tissue sample? A. Fungal scraping B. Cyrosurgery C. Frozen section D. exfoliative cytology
Frozen section
Which of the following does NOT have pus? A. pustule B. all of the lesions listed have pus C. papule D. abscess E. Furuncle
Furuncle
leukoderma
Having skin that appears white because the normal skin pigment is absent. May be all the skin or just in some areas.
contusion
Injury caused by a blow to the body; causes swelling, pain, and bruising. The skin is not broken.
What are hair and nails composed of?
Keratin
Which of the folowing is most superficial layer of skin? A. hypodermis B. Dermis C. Subcutaneous later D.None are accurate E. Corium
None of the above most superficial layer is epidermis
Which of the following is NOT a function of the skin? A. All are functions of the skin B. Temperature regulation C. Protection against pathogens D. Nutrient absorption E. Sensory receptors containment
Nutrient absorption
Eccymosis
Skin discoloration caused by blood collecting under the skin following blunt trauma to the skin. A bruise.
pyoderma
The presence of pus on or in the layers of skin. A sign of a bacterial infection.
Which of the following statements regarding sweat glands is false? A. These glands play a role in adolescent acne B. All are accurate C. These glands secrete sweat into a duct D. Sweat contains a small amount of waste products E. Perspiration cools the body
These glands play a role in adolescent acne
Melanocytes are found in the basal layer of the epidermis
True
vesicle
a blister
scleroderma
a condition in which the skin has lost its elasticity and become hardened
dermatosis
a general term indicating the presence of an abnormal skin condition
albinism
a genetic condition in which the body is unable to make melanin
abrasion
a scraping away of the skin surface by friction
eschar
a thick layer of dead tissue and tissue fluid that develops over a deep burn area