Epidermis Role
Shields underlying tissues against H2O loss & injury
Prevents entry of disease-producing microorganisms
Generates new cells to replace dead cells taht are continuously shed from the outer surface of the skin
Dermis Role
Provides support for epidermis
Contains nerve fibers, blood vessels, sebaceous and sweat glands, and hair follicles
Subcutaneous Tissue Role
Heat insulator
Support upper skin layers to withstand stresses & pressure
Anchors skin loosely to underlying structures (ex: muscles)
Saliva Role
Cleanses mouth
Dissolves food chemicals to promote taste
Moistens food to facilitate bolus formation
Contains enzymes that start the breakdown of starchy foods
Gingivitis
Inflammation of gums
Dental caries
Tooth decay produced by interaction of food w/ bacteria that form plaque
Teeth
6-10 months: Infants teeth
Age 6: First permanente teeth
By age 13: have 28 permanent teeth
Age 17-21 yrs: Wisdom teeth
Edentulous
W/out teeth
Pediculosis Capitis
Head lice
Alopecia
Loss of Hair
Xerosis
Abnormal dryness of the skin
Skin Tears
Traumatic wounds in which the epidermis separates from the dermis
Somatitis
Inflammation at oral cavity (i.e. Mouth & lips)
Mucositis
Painful inflammation of oral mucous membranes
Denture Stomatitis
Inflammation of the oral mucosa in contact w/ a denture surface
Maceration
Softening of the tissue
Promote ulceration
Perineal Care
Cleansing patient's genital and anal areas
Effleurage
Long, light, gliding strokes used in a massage