MICROANATOMY

EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN

EPITHELIA GLANDS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
When the dermis pulls away from the epidermis due to pressure, a painful ____ forms.
A
corn
B
bunion
C
blister
D
pimple
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -STAGE 2. Signs: The topmost layer of skin (epidermis) is broken, creating a shallow open sore. The second layer of skin (dermis) may also be broken.

Detailed explanation-2: -A pressure injury develops when pressure cuts off the blood supply to the skin for a long period of time. Lack of blood flow to the skin leads to skin cells dying. This first starts as a red, painful area.

Detailed explanation-3: -Friction injury occurs when the epidermis or top layer of skin separates from the dermis or bottom layer of skin. This is what is often referred to as a ‘rug burn.

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