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Chapter Assessment Lesson 3.3
Learning Key Terms and Concepts
Which type of burn, referred to as a fullthickness burn, destroys the entire skin?
Which of the following is not a type of viral infection?
A. herpes
B. psoriasis
C. plantar warts
D. genital warts
True or False?
Psoriasis is a highly contagious disease characterized by scaly skin patches that itch, burn, crack, and sometimes bleed.
A. True
B. False
_____ is a highly contagious staphylococcus infection that is common in elementary school children.
_____ is a common skin disorder characterized by regions of thick, red skin with flaky, silverwhite patches.
The most serious form of skin cancer is _____.
A. basal cell carcinoma
B. squamous cell carcinoma
C. malignant melanoma
D. none of the above
True or False?
Burns can be caused by exposure to electricity.
A. True
B. False
True or False?
First-degree burns damage the epidermis and parts of the underlying dermis.
A. True
B. False
Thinking Critically
Name the two major categories of HPVs and explain how they differ.
Which form of skin cancer is the most serious? What are some of its typical characteristics?
Describe the effects of decubitus ulcers, or pressure ulcers (bedsores), on the body.
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