Although intact skin protects an individual effectively, it functions within physiological limits
Which qualities of healthy skin work synergistically within these limits to absorb, cushion against, deflect, or neutralize potentially harmful forces, as well as protect against potentially harmful substances, that might impair skin integrity? a. Strength
b. Pliability
c. Location
d. Durability
e. Moistness
f. Pigmentation
A, B, D
a. Correct. Skin must be strong enough to withstand forces that can impair its integrity.
b. Correct. If skin is not supple, it is unable to withstand directional forces and will tear.
c. Incorrect. All skin must be able to absorb, cushion, and withstand forces.
d. Correct. Skin must be sturdy enough to act as an effective protective mechanism.
e. Incorrect. Skin in a moist environment is subject to bacterial and fungal overgrowth.
f. Incorrect. Skin pigmentation is unrelated to its ability to cushion, absorb, and withstand potentially harmful substances and forces.
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