Another term for sweat glands is glands.

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A. sebaceous B. sudoriferous C. endocrine D. ceruminous

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Sweat glands are also called sudoriferous glands.

The most common cause of skin cancer is

A. smoking B. exposure to certain chemicals C. exposure to UV radiation D. exposure to fungus

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: UV radiation from the sun or tanning beds is the primary cause of skin cancer.

A burn that extends through the epidermis and part of the dermis is a degree burn.

A. first B. second C. third D. fourth

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A second-degree burn affects the epidermis and part of the dermis, causing blisters.

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

A. Temperature regulation B. Vitamin D synthesis C. Protection from bacterial infection D. Blood cell production

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Blood cell production occurs in bone marrow, not the skin.

Which of the following is NOT a sign of heat exhaustion?

A. low blood pressure B. loss of salts C. high body temperature D. no sweating

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: No sweating is a sign of heat stroke, not heat exhaustion, where sweating still occurs.

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