All of the Following Are Protective Functions of the Skin

question 6

Multiple Choice

All of the following are protective functions of the skin EXCEPT:

• A) control of body temperature.
• B) defense against bacteria.
• C) production of vitamin D.
• D) protection from infrared light.

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Definitions:

Closed Machine MRI

A type of magnetic resonance imaging scanner that entirely surrounds the patient, providing high-quality images for diagnostic purposes.

Barium Sulfate

An inorganic compound used as a radiopaque agent in medical x-rays for visualizing the gastrointestinal tract.

Laxative

A substance taken to stimulate bowel movements or ease constipation, working by increasing stool movement through the intestines.

Barium Enema

A diagnostic procedure involving the introduction of barium sulfate into the rectum to improve the visibility of the colon and rectum on X-ray images.