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Anatomy and physiology of the skin.(Dermatology Nursing Essentials: Core Knowledge)
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Dermatology Nursing
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February 1, 2005
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* The skin is the largest organ of the body.
* Alterations in the skin will affect the overall well-being of an individual.
* Knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the skin is essential to accurate patient assessment.
* Functions of the skin include protection, homeostasis, excretion, temperature regulation, vitamin D production, sensory perception, psychosocial function, and wound healing.
* Structure of the skin includes the epidermis (see Figure 1), cells in the epidermis, basement membrane zone, dermis (see Figure 2), and cells in the dermis, dermal vasculature, lymphatics, nerves, and subcutaneous tissue (see Figure 3).
* Appendages of the skin ...