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Anatomy and physiology of the skin.

Skin protects the body from physical damage and infiltration by bacteria. It helps the body regulate temperature and is an important part of human sensory perception and communication. This article describes the different layers of the skin and their functions. It also includes a guide to performing...

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Published in:British Journal of Nursing Vol. 34; no. 15; pp. 754 - 761
Main Author: Harry, Jane
Format: pictorial tables/charts Journal Article
Published: Mark Allen Holdings Limited 8/7/2025
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          Skin Anatomy and Histology
          Skin Physiology
          Dermis Physiology
          Epidermis Physiology
          Connective Tissue Physiology
          Skin Tests
          Health Information
          Skin Diseases
          Physical Examination
          Skin Temperature
          Body Temperature Regulation
          Skin Turgor
          Sensation
          Infection Prevention and Control
          Vitamin D
          Sweating
          Hair Physiology
          Nails Physiology
          Sweat Glands Physiology
          Skin Aging
          Skin Pigmentation
          Skin Diseases Complications
      ab: Skin protects the body from physical damage and infiltration by bacteria. It helps the body regulate temperature and is an important part of human sensory perception and communication. This article describes the different layers of the skin and their functions. It also includes a guide to performing a thorough skin assessment, as well as information on common skin problems. Nurses should understand the anatomy and physiology of the skin and be aware of how different conditions affect it, and how these may appear in people with different skin tones. How the ageing process impacts the skin is also described.
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