1answer.
Ask question
Login Signup
Ask question
All categories
  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Social Studies
  • Business
  • History
  • Health
  • Geography
  • Biology
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Computers and Technology
  • Arts
  • World Languages
  • Spanish
  • French
  • German
  • Advanced Placement (AP)
  • SAT
  • Medicine
  • Law
  • Engineering
Rom4ik [11]
3 years ago
14

Identify, define, and break into word parts 10 medical terms associated with the integumentary system.

Health
1 answer:
Tatiana [17]3 years ago
7 0
1. Epidermis
Epi - over, upon or on
derm/is - means skin

- The epidermis is one of the three layers of the skin located above or on the dermis layer. It is the outermost layer and is thin. It is the layer of the skin that can be observed by the naked eye. It serves as protection. 

2. Hypodermis
Hypo - below or under. 
Derm/is - skin
- The hypodermis is one of the three layers of the skin. It is the innermost layer of the skin, found under the dermis layer.  It is a layer of subcutaneous fat that works as insulation and padding of the body.

3. Dermatitis
Dermat/- skin
itis - means inflammation
-Dermatitis is also known as the inflammation of the skin. IT is also known as eczema. 

4. Cyanosis
Cyan - blue
-osis - an abnormal condition
-Cyanosis is the bluish discoloration of the skin. It can be a result of the poor circulation of oxygen in the blood. 

5. Onychomycosis
Onych - nail
-myc- fungus
-osis - an abnormal condition. 
-Onychomycosis is an abnormal condition in the nails that is characterized by fungus. 

6. Subcutaneous
Sub - under
cutane - skinous - pertains to

-subcutaneous is an adjective that means under the skin or directly below. 

7.Acrodermatitis
Acr/o - extremeties
derm/a -skin
-itis - infalmmation

Acrodermatitis is the inflammation of the skin, particularly in the extremities. It is a condition that affects children mostly. Acrodermatitis is characterized by the formation of itchy red to purple blisters, usually in the hands and feet. 

8.  Melanoma
Melan/ - black
-oma - tumor or abnormal growth.

Melanoma is a malignant tumor that occurs on the skin. Most melanomas are black in color and they look like moles. 

9. Onychotomy
Onych/o - nail
-tomy - incision 

Onychotomy is the surgical incision into a nail, either in the toes or fingers.  

10. Dermatopathy
Dermat/o - skin
Path/y - disease

Dematopathy is the medical term that refers to any disease of the skin. It is also known as dermopathy. 

 
You might be interested in
Daily values are best described as _____________.
luda_lava [24]
Daily values are best described as a set of nutrient intake standards to represent the needs of typical consumers and used as standards for expressing nutrient content on food labels. Which is Letter D - both b and c are correct.
4 0
3 years ago
Pregnancy risks may include a family history of:
Diano4ka-milaya [45]

Answer:

a

Explanation:

obesity and poor nutrition is something a singular person can be in control of, while diseases can run through a family

8 0
3 years ago
Read 2 more answers
What's a condition that results in the body's loss of important electrolytes?
denis-greek [22]

Answer:

Dehydration

Explanation:

Because you lose a lot of energy and become very weak and unable to process. Side effects are vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, dizziness and sometimes unconsciousness.

5 0
3 years ago
if simple squamous epithelium tissue were to fail in the body, what would be the consequence? (For human anatomy not health)
qaws [65]

Answer: The squamous epithelial layer of tissues forms an important layer that lines the organs in the human or animal body.

Explanation:

The squamous epithelium ensures the absorption or transport of the materials, diffusion, filtration, and osmosis. It forms the part of the walls of the capillaries and that of alveoli of the lungs. If the squamous epithelium fails to function then capillaries may disintegrate, lung alveoli may rupture, and chances of organ failure will increase.

6 0
3 years ago
Candace is conflicted about which candidate to vote for in the current senate race. At the voting booth, she finally goes with h
Alborosie

Answer:

Cognitive Dissonance

Explanation:

7 0
2 years ago
Other questions:
  • What is a health benefit of eating protein?
    8·1 answer
  • Food service is an industry segment that includes restaurants, catering, fine-dining and banquet facilities.
    8·1 answer
  • describle what happens to muscle that are not 'used' on a regular basis.What can be done to offset this effect?
    13·2 answers
  • 6 - also known as the branching stem of
    11·1 answer
  • Why is exercise important to your Wellness?
    7·2 answers
  • Habits acquired now will not have any effect on you as an adult. <br> a. True<br> b. False
    5·2 answers
  • Why is typing speed important in the medical office?
    11·2 answers
  • The FITT principle focuses on three components to improve fitness: muscular fitness, flexibility, and __________.
    13·1 answer
  • What is the value/purpose of eating breakfast?
    9·2 answers
  • How can physical activity contribute to your personal well-being?
    10·1 answer
Add answer
Login
Not registered? Fast signup
Signup
Login Signup
Ask question!