________ Resist Tensile Forces and Contain Keratin to Form the Protective

question 39

Multiple Choice

________ resist tensile forces and contain keratin to form the protective barrier of the skin.

• A)Intermediate filaments
• B)Microtubules
• C)Microfilaments
• D)Actin filaments
• E)Keratin-associated filaments

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Definitions:

Impaired Skin Integrity

A state in which the skin is damaged or broken, affecting its normal function as a barrier.

Bed Mobility

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Night Shift Work

Employment involving working hours that occur during the night, often affecting sleep patterns and health.

Rotate Shifts

A work schedule system where employees alternate working hours, often used to cover 24-hour operations without overburdening individual workers.