PPT-The Integumentary System

SKIN The Integumentary System On average adult skin covers over 3000 square inches of surface area and accounts for about 15 of the total body weight Skin is the largest organ of the body Epidermal cells live about 24 weeks and as humans we are constantly shedding dead skin cells. Essential Questions. What are the structures of the . integumentary system?. 3.05 Remember the structures of the integumentary system. 2. Structures of the integumentary . s. ystem. Layers of the integumentary system. Introduction to Medical Terminology, Ehrlich. Components of the Skin. Protection. – Barrier to sun & invasion of pathogens, holds moisture in & prevents body tissues from drying out. Sensory Perception . Describe the function of the integumentary system. Identify integumentary system structures and the function of each. Identify methods used to assess the integumentary system . Describe disorders of the integumentary system. 19. 2018. What do you already know about the integumentary system?. Integumentary System. Components. :. Skin (aka . cutaneous membrane . or . integument. ). Hair. Nails. Integumentary System. Components. Skin. The largest organ in your body. Functions. Covers the body and prevents water loss. Protects the body from injury and infection. Regulates body temperature. Eliminates . wastes (sweat). Produces vitamin D. Organs of the . integumentary. system. skin. hair. nails. Skin. The largest organ in your body. Functions. Covers the body and prevents water loss. Protects the body from injury and infection. Regulates body temperature. Dual Credit Medical Terminology. Objectives . Describe the type of medical treatment the dermatologist provides. . Identify the integumentary system structures by labeling and anatomical illustrations.. Let’s start off with a True or False game…. 1. Skin weighs about 12-15 pounds. 2. Skin sheds itself every 14 days. 3. Skin is the largest organ in the body.. 4. Skin is thickest on the palms and soles of the feet.. Skin. A. The largest organ of the body. B. Composed of sweat and oil glands, nails, hair, and skin. C. A system of specialized tissue. 1. Glands that secrete fluids. 2. Nerves that carry impulses. Organs of the . integumentary. system. skin. hair. nails. Integumentary System. Composed of skin, hair, sweat glands, and nails. The name is derived from the Latin . integumentum. , which means “a covering.” . the integumentary system. Essential Questions:. What are the functions of the integumentary system?. What are some disorders of the integumentary system?. How are integumentary system disorders treated?. Hair color/dye. Burns/skin grafting. Sweat dysfunctions. Botox injections. Freckles & moles. Bruising. Skin color variations/ birthmarks. Tattoos. Gauges . Scars. Permanent make-up. Facials. Face transplants. B. Skin. . 1. Functions of the skin. A) Protection. B) Thermoregulation – via blood vessels in skin. C) Sensation. 1) Tactile – touch & pressure. Integumentary System. 2) Thermal – warmth & . System. 1. Organs of the . Integumentary. system. Hair. Skin. Nails. Sweat glands. Sebaceous glands. 2. Epidermis vs. Dermis. Epidermis. Top layer. Made of epithelial tissue. No blood vessels. Dermis.