Subject: Level 1 E4 Anatomy revision Twenty Questions Subject: Level 1 E4 Anatomy revision

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1. What are the functions of the skin? Sensation Heat regulation Absorption Protection Excretion/elimination

2. Name the layers of the epidermis Horney – stratum corneum Clear – stratum lucidum Granular – stratum granulosum Prickle – stratum spinosum Basal – stratum germinativum

3 Where is the epidermis thinnest? Eyelids and lips

4. How does your body control its temperature? Vaso dilation of capillaries – blood capillaries expand Sweating 6

5. Where are new nail cells produced? Matrix

6.What is the function of the nail plate? Protect the nail bed

7. What is the function of a free edge? Protect the end of the finger

8. What area of the nail is supplied by blood vessels? Nail bed

9. Where is the free edge Part of the nail extending beyond the fingertip

10. Name the common nail shapes Square Oval Round

11. Which are the strongest nail shapes? Square

12. What are the benefits of massage on the nails? Increase circulation so better growth Stronger nails Improved appearance

13. What effects does ageing have on skin? Fine lines & wrinkles Loss of muscle tone Dehydration Broken capillaries Slower cell regeneration Slower circulation

14. What happens to skin cells in the granular & prickle layers? Cells harden and die due to keratinisation

15. Name the 2nd layer of the skin Dermis

What is the other name for the fat layer of the skin? Subcutaneous layer

17. Where does the clear layer of skin most commonly occur? Areas of pressure or friction Soles of the feet Palms of the hand

18. What is sebum? Skins natural oil

19. How long does it take for skin to go from the basal to horney layers? Approx 28 days

20. What sends messages to the brain about what we sense? Sensory nerve endings