ATI RN
Pediatric Integumentary System Questions
Question 1 of 5
Hair, nails and glands originate from tissue.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hair, nails, and glands develop from the epidermal tissue during embryonic development.
Question 2 of 5
What do we call a skin inflammation caused by sensitivity to various chemicals, fabrics, or heat?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Eczema is an inflammatory condition triggered by allergens or irritants.
Question 3 of 5
The most common type of skin cancer is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Basal cell carcinoma is the most common skin cancer, though it is less malignant.
Question 4 of 5
A scar is made of
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Scars are composed of collagen fibers produced by fibroblasts during healing.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is NOT an effect of aging of the skin or its appendages?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aging reduces the number and activity of sweat glands, not increases them.