Integumentary System: Skin, Hair, and Nails - Medical Terminology Quizzes

Question 1

Which of the layers of the skin is responsible for providing strength and flexibility?

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Dermis

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Epidermis

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Hypodermis

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Endodermis

Question 2

What is the primary function of the stratum corneum?

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To protect the skin from dehydration

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To produce new skin cells

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To regulate body temperature

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To store nutrients

Question 3

Which type of skin cancer is the most frequently diagnosed?

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Basal cell carcinoma

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Squamous cell carcinoma

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Melanoma

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Actinic keratosis

Question 4

What is the primary role of keratin in the skin?

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Strengthens and provides flexibility

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Protects against UV radiation

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Regulates body temperature

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Stores nutrients

Question 5

What is the medical term for hair loss?

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Alopecia

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Calvitium

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Baldness

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Follicular atrophy

Question 6

Which layer is NOT part of the epidermis?

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Dermis

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Stratum corneum

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Stratum granulosum

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Stratum basale

Question 7

Which primary function of the integumentary system involves guarding the body against pathogens and environmental hazards?

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Protection

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Sensation

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Thermoregulation

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Excretion

Question 8

Identify the outermost layer of the epidermis, characterized by flat, dead cells filled with a protein called keratin:

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Stratum corneum

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Stratum lucidum

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Stratum granulosum

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Stratum basale

Question 9

Which type of skin cancer is distinctive for its rapid growth and potential to spread to other body parts?

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Melanoma

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Basal cell carcinoma

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Squamous cell carcinoma

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Actinic keratosis

Question 10

Which condition arises when hair follicles become inflamed and irritated?

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Folliculitis

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Dermatitis

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Psoriasis

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Eczema

Question 11

In medical terminology, what is the procedure called that involves removing damaged tissue from the skin?

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Debridement

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Biopsy

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Excision

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Curettage

Question 12

What is the medical term for a raised, solid skin growth caused by a virus?

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Verruca

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Papule

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Nodule

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Cyst

Question 13

Which condition is characterized by excessive sweating, potentially leading to discomfort and social challenges?

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Hyperhidrosis

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Anhidrosis

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Bromhidrosis

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Miliaria

Question 14

Identify the medical specialty concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of skin-related conditions:

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Dermatology

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Trichology

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Podiatry

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Otolaryngology

Question 15

Which type of hair loss affects specific areas of the scalp, resulting in round or oval patches?

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Alopecia areata

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Telogen effluvium

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Androgenic alopecia

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Trichotillomania

Question 16

What is the medical term for an open sore on the skin that fails to heal?

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Decubitus

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Erythema

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Vesicle

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Purpura

Question 17

Which type of sweat gland responds to emotional stimuli?

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Apocrine

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Merocrine

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Eccrine

Question 18

Which nail condition is caused by a fungal infection?

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Onychomycosis

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Onychia

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Paronychia

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Pterygium

Question 19

The outermost layer of the skin that provides a waterproof barrier is the:

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Epidermis

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Dermis

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Subcutaneous layer

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Hypodermis

Question 20

The process of sweating, which helps regulate body temperature, is regulated by:

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Eccrine glands

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Apocrine glands

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Sebaceous glands

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Ceruminous glands

Question 21

The medical term for an inflammation of the nail bed is:

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Paronychia

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Onychomycosis

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Subungual hematoma

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Pterygium

Question 22

Which of the following is a common skin condition caused by a fungal infection?

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Ringworm

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Eczema

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Acne

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Psoriasis

Question 23

Which of the following procedures involves removing a skin lesion by cutting it out?

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Excision

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Curettage

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Electrosurgery

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Cryosurgery

Question 24

The medical term for a biopsy performed using a circular blade to remove a small piece of skin is:

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Punch biopsy

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Shave biopsy

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Excisional biopsy

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Needle biopsy

Question 25

What is considered the primary responsibility of the epidermis?

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Protection

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Sensation

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Thermoregulation

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Excretion

Question 26

Which type of skin cell is responsible for producing melanin?

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Melanocyte

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Keratinocyte

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Fibroblast

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Adipocyte

Question 27

What is the medical term for hair loss?

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Alopecia

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Hypertrichosis

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Hirsutism

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Dermatitis

Question 28

Which type of skin cancer is considered the most prevalent?

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Basal cell carcinoma

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Squamous cell carcinoma

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Melanoma

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Actinic keratosis

Question 29

Which treatment is commonly employed for burns?

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Silver sulfadiazine

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Hydrocortisone

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Ibuprofen

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Antibiotics

Question 30

What is the medical term for a mole?

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Nevus

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Papule

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Pustule

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Macule

Question 31

What is the primary function of the nail matrix?

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Producing nail cells

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Protecting the nail bed

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Providing blood flow to the nail

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Shaping the nail

Question 32

What is the main difference between a first-degree burn and a second-degree burn?

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How deep the skin is damaged

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Whether there are blisters

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The color of the skin

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How much pain it causes

Question 33

Which medical term refers to the surgical removal of hair from a specific area?

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Epilation

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Trichorrhexis

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Hirsutism

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Alopecia

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the skin?

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Excretion

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Thermoregulation

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Protection

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Sensory reception

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a layer of the skin?

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Muscle

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Epidermis

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Dermis

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Subcutaneous tissue (hypodermis)

Question 36

What are some potential complications of cosmetic dermatology procedures?

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Infection

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Allergic reaction

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Scarring

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No complications

Question 37

Which laser is specifically used to treat blood vessel abnormalities?

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Pulsed dye laser

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Carbon dioxide (CO2) laser

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Alexandrite laser

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Erbium laser

Question 38

Identify the characteristic that distinguishes melanoma from other forms of skin cancer.

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Asymmetrical shape

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Rapid growth rate

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Uniform color

Question 39

Which layer of the skin produces keratinized cells?

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Epidermis

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Hypodermis

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Dermis

Question 40

The pigment responsible for skin color is:

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Melanin

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Carotene

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Chlorophyll

Question 41

Which type of skin cancer originates in the basal cells of the epidermis?

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Basal cell carcinoma

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Squamous cell carcinoma

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Melanoma

Question 42

The medical term for hair loss is:

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Alopecia

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Trichotillomania

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Hirsutism

Question 43

The primary hormone influencing nail growth is:

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Biotin

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Melatonin

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Testosterone

Question 44

Onychomycosis is a condition that describes:

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Fungal nail infection

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Bacterial nail infection

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Viral nail infection

Question 45

The process of forming a new layer of skin cells over a wound is called:

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Epithelialization

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Debridement

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Contraction

Question 46

Excessive sweating is medically known as:

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Hyperhidrosis

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Bromhidrosis

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Anhidrosis

Question 47

A scratch or abrasion on the skin is referred to as:

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Excoriation

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Papule

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Macule

Question 48

Which layer of the skin produces melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color?

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Basal layer

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Hypodermis

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Epidermis (Outermost layer)

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Dermis

Question 49

Which of the following is the outermost layer of the skin?

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Epidermis

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Cutis (Dermis layer underneath Epidermis)

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Subcutaneous layer (Fatty layer beneath Dermis)

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Dermis (Layer beneath Epidermis)

Question 50

Which type of skin cancer is characterized by irregularly shaped, dark brown or black patches that can bleed or change in appearance?

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Melanoma

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Squamous cell carcinoma (Second most common type of skin cancer, appears as a red, scaly patch or bump)

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Actinic keratosis (Precancerous rough, scaly patches caused by sun exposure)

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Basal cell carcinoma (Most common type of skin cancer, usually appears as a pearly or waxy bump)

Question 51

Which vitamin is crucial for maintaining healthy skin and bones by aiding in the absorption of calcium?

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Vitamin D

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Vitamin E (Antioxidant that protects skin from damage)

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Vitamin A (Supports cell growth and vision)

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Vitamin C (Essential for collagen production, supports skin elasticity)

Question 52

What is the medical term for the skin condition characterized by the inflammation of the sebaceous glands, leading to pimples or blackheads?

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Acne

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Dermatitis (General term for skin inflammation with various causes)

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Eczema (Common skin condition causing dry, itchy, and inflamed skin)

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Psoriasis (Chronic skin condition causing red, itchy, scaly patches)

Question 53

Which skin structure plays a vital role in regulating body temperature through the production and evaporation of sweat?

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Sweat glands

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Hair follicles (Produce hair strands)

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Nails

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Sebaceous glands (Produce oil that lubricates the skin)

Question 54

What is the medical term for the condition where a toenail grows into the surrounding skin, causing pain and discomfort?

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Onychocryptosis

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Tinea unguium (Fungal infection of the nails)

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Hyperhidrosis (Excessive sweating)

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Paronychia (Inflammation of the nail fold)

Question 55

Which part of the hair shaft is the tough, transparent outer layer that protects the inner structure of the hair?

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Cuticle

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Root (Base of the hair shaft anchored in the scalp)

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Medulla (Central core of the hair shaft)

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Cortex (Main layer of the hair shaft, determines strength and elasticity)