Esthetician Practice Skin Histology and Disorders Questions and Answers Flashcards
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Which layer of the epidermis contains cells that are actively dividing through mitosis?
Answer: Stratum basale
The stratum basale is the deepest epidermal layer where keratinocytes undergo mitotic division to produce new skin cells.
A client presents with symmetrical, brown patches on the cheeks and forehead that worsened during pregnancy. What is the most likely condition?
Answer: Melasma
Melasma is a hormonally triggered hyperpigmentation condition commonly appearing as symmetrical brown patches on the face during pregnancy.
What protein provides the skin with its waterproof barrier function in the stratum corneum?
Answer: Keratin
Keratin is a tough, fibrous protein that fills corneocytes in the stratum corneum, creating the skin's waterproof protective barrier.
Which skin disorder is characterized by silvery-white scales on raised, erythematous plaques and is considered autoimmune in nature?
Answer: Psoriasis
Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition causing rapid skin cell turnover that results in thick, silvery-white scales on red, inflamed plaques.
Langerhans cells found in the epidermis are primarily responsible for which function?
Answer: Immune defense
Langerhans cells are dendritic immune cells in the epidermis that detect and present foreign antigens to activate the body's immune response.
A client has small, flesh-colored, dome-shaped bumps with a central dimple, commonly seen in clusters. What condition is this?
Answer: Molluscum contagiosum
Molluscum contagiosum is a viral skin infection characterized by small, firm, dome-shaped papules with a characteristic central umbilication.