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Unit Topic: Understanding Anatomy and PhysiologyTask• 49. Identify structures and functions of the

integumentary systemObjectives: Students will be able to :• Describe the structure of the skin• Analyze the functions of the skin• Analyze the characteristics and treatment of

common skin disorders

Make Two Lists

• What I know about the skin

• What I want to know about the skin

Think About It and Write an Answer to Each of the Following Questions

1. A sudoriferous gland (sweat gland) is responsible for producing perspiration, or sweat.

• What do you think would happen if a person did not have an adequate # of sudoriferous glands

2. Sebaceous glands (oil glands) produce sebum into the hair follicles to lubricate hair and skin.

• What happens to the skin and hair if the sebaceous glands do not produce adequate sebum

3. Nerve Endings (sensory input, protection, temperature control )

• What would you anticipate would happen if a person did not have nerve endings in their skin?

Choose one of the following for homework assignment

• Acne vulgaris• Psoriases• Herpes simplex• Eczema• Herpes zoster• Ringworm• Athletes foot

• Burns 1st degree, 2nd degree, 3rd degree

• Uticaria• Warts• Scabies• Basal cell, Squamous

cell or Melanoma Cancer

HOMEWORK

• Choose skin disorder your will research and present to class. Presentation must include description of disease, cause (etiology) of disease, prognosis and treatments available. Can present as power point or poster must have pictures.