Chapter 4: Skin and Body Membranes
Learning Objectives:
1) Classification of Body Membranes
4.1.1_____ List the general functions of each membrane type-cutaneous, mucous, serous, and synovial-and
give its location in the body.
4.1.2_____ Compare the structure (tissue makeup) of the major membrane types.
2) Identification/Structure of the Integumentary System
4.2.1_____ When provided with a model or diagram of the skin, recognize and name the major and minor
parts.
4.2.2_____ Name the layers of the epidermis and describe the characteristics of each.
3) Function of the Integumentary System
4.3.1_____ List several important functions of the integumentary system and explain how these functions
are accomplished.
4.3.2_____ Describe the distribution and function of the epidermal derivatives-sebaceous glands, sweat
glands, and hair.
4.3.3_____ Name the factors that determine skin color and describe the function of melanin.
4) Homeostasis/Disorders of the Integumentary System
4.4.1_____ Differentiate between first-, second-, and third-degree burns.
4.4.2 _____ Explain the importance of the "rule of nines."
4.4.3 _____ Summarize the characteristics of basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and
malignant melanoma.