Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE About the Integument

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE about the integument system?

• A) The condition of the skin, hair and nails is affected by nutritional status.
• B) Intact skin plays an important role in preventing water loss because its lipids act as a barrier to osmosis.
• C) Keratin in the epidermis absorbs ultraviolet light and protects the underlying structures from its damaging effects.
• D) Hair acts as a heat insulator and protective barrier.
• E) Vitamin D stimulates the uptake of calcium and phosphate in the intestine.

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Definitions:

Contractions

The tightening and shortening of muscles, often referring to those of the uterus during labor.

Fetal Presentation

The position a fetus is in, in relation to the birth canal, during delivery. Common presentations include cephalic (head first), breech (feet or buttocks first), and shoulder.

Vertex

The highest point; in obstetrics, it refers to the top portion of the baby's head as it presents in the birth canal.

Breech

A fetal position where the baby is set to be born buttocks or feet first instead of the normal head-first position.