The First Choice by Care Receivers for a Caregiver Is

question 80

Multiple Choice

The first choice by care receivers for a caregiver is a(n)

• A) available spouse.
• B) parent.
• C) sibling.
• D) close friend.

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Definitions:

Dermis

The thick layer of living tissue below the epidermis that comprises nerve endings, sweat glands, oil glands, and hair follicles.

Tactile Corpuscle

A type of mechanoreceptor found in the dermal papillae of the skin, sensitive to light touch and texture.

Melanocyte

A cell located in the basal layer of the epidermis that produces melanin, a pigment responsible for skin and hair color.

Keratinocyte

A predominant cell type found in the outermost layer of the skin, responsible for producing keratin, a protein that contributes to skin, hair, and nail strength.