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Pediatric Integumentary Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Langerhans cells are commonly found in the
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Langerhans cells, which are immune cells, are primarily located in the stratum spinosum, where they help detect and respond to pathogens.
Question 2 of 5
Similar to the hair, nails grow continuously throughout our lives. Which of the following is furthest from the nail growth center?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nail root is the growth center; the hyponychium, located under the free edge of the nail, is the furthest from this point.
Question 3 of 5
As you are walking down the beach, you see a dead, dry, shriveled-up fish. Which layer of your epidermis keeps you from drying out?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The stratum corneum, the outermost layer of the epidermis, is composed of dead, keratinized cells that form a barrier to prevent water loss.
Question 4 of 5
An individual has spent too much time sun bathing. Not only is his skin painful to touch, but small blisters have appeared in the affected area. This indicates that he has damaged which layers of his skin?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Blisters and pain from sunburn indicate damage to the epidermis (blister formation) and dermis (pain from nerve endings and inflammation).
Question 5 of 5
Stevens-Johnson syndrome (erythema multiforme major) is associated with all of the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stevens-Johnson syndrome involves mucous membranes, can cause esophageal stricture and corneal scarring, and is triggered by infections or drugs. Steroids like prednisone are controversial and not universally recommended, making A the exception.