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NR 283 STUDY GUIDE EXAM 2. Chapter 8 Functions of the Skin: • Acts as the first line of defense • Prevents excess fluid loss • Controls body temperature • Active in sensory perception • Synthesizes vitamin D Pruritus: • Itching o Allergic responses, Type I sensitivity o Chemical irritation caused by insect bites o Parasite infestations Pruritus Causes: • Release of histamine in a hypersensitivity response Effects of Pruritus: • Redness and itching – infl...

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NR 283 STUDY GUIDE EXAM 2. Chapter 8 Functions of the Skin: • Acts as the first line of defense • Prevents excess fluid loss • Controls body temperature • Active in sensory perception • Synthesizes vitamin D Pruritus: • Itching o Allergic responses, Type I sensitivity o Chemical irritation caused by insect bites o Parasite infestations Pruritus Causes: • Release of histamine in a hypersensitivity response Effects of Pruritus: • Redness and itching – infl...

NR 283 STUDY GUIDE EXAM 2. Chapter 8 Functions of the Skin: • Acts as the first line of defense • Prevents excess fluid loss • Controls body temperature • Active in sensory perception • Synthesizes vitamin D Pruritus: • Itching o Allergic responses, Type I sensitivity o Chemical irritation caused by insect bites o Parasite infestations Pruritus Causes: • Release of histamine in a hypersensitivity response Effects of Pruritus: • Redness and itching – infl...

NR 283 Chapter 8 STUDY GUIDE Functions of the Skin: • Acts as the first line of defense • Prevents excess fluid loss • Controls body temperature • Active in sensory perception • Synthesizes vitamin D Pruritus: • Itching o Allergic responses, Type I sensitivity o Chemical irritation caused by insect bites o Parasite infestations Pruritus Causes: • Release of histamine in a hypersensitivity response Effects of Pruritus: • Redness and itching – inflammation • Risk of infect...